Ancient Greek warship, 500-322 BC
Formidable and sophisticated, triremes were the deadliest battleships of the ancient world and at the height of their success the Athenians were the dominant exponents of their devastating power. This book offers an analysis of the potent battleship; the weapon by which Athens achieved, maintained, and ultimately lost its power and prosperity.
New vanguard, 132
History
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm
9781846030741, 1846030749
76365221
Introduction
Origins
Design
Construction
Crew
In action
Ruling the waves
The Athenian way
Olympias
Bibliography
Colour plate commentary
Index