[iacvlvs]

I think he was following his values. He was willing to give up his life to help (his) people live. I believe his goals, intention and ideals were noble. His actions, on the other hand, were horrific. That's why they say war is hell.

[JoeAltmaier]

Help his people live? They were living fine up til then; he was helping his Emperor attempt to conquer the world.