ANCIENT GREEK WARSHIP 500-322 BC

Formidable ans sophisticated, triremes were de adliest battleships of the ancient world and the height of their success the Athenians were the dominant exponents of their devasting power. Primarily galleys designed to fight under oar power, their main weapon was a bronze-sheathed ram situated at the prow. This book offers a complete analysis of the most potent battles hip of its time; the weapon by which Athens achieved, maintained and ultimately lost its power and prosperity.