t over the empire by bringing in thousands of exotic beasts from all far-flung provinces and having them butchered in the name of sport, as reported in the article Gladiators.
             As per the readings and the movie, the games served as a tool through which Caesar could firmly establish his rule amongst the masses. In a way, the games "intoxicated" the people and quenched their bloodlust. This, together with the throwing bread loaves won over their loyalty, much like how a person would support the government if presented with tax rebates and incentives. This political advantage was usually to the Emperor and the senators who sponsored the games for as many reasons they fancied such as to commemorate the Emperor's late father (Julius Caesar 65BC as mentioned in the article Gladiators) or perhaps to celebr
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