

Ancient Oars on the Wine-Dark Sea, Part 2
Aug 22, 2024
Dive into the intriguing world of ancient maritime warfare! Discover how oar-powered galleys shaped battles and trade in the Mediterranean. Uncover the marvels of ship design, including the multi-level rowers that enhanced speed and maneuverability. Explore the tactical brilliance of the trireme, especially its ramming techniques that defined naval confrontations. Learn about the epic maritime culture depicted in the Iliad and the strategic shifts that transformed ancient naval tactics. It's a fascinating journey through ancient seas!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Warfare and Trade in the Ancient Mediterranean
01:41 • 10min
Navigating the Ancient Seas: Ships in the Iliad and Odyssey
11:26 • 5min
Evolution of Ancient Ship Design
16:53 • 7min
Navigating Ancient Warfare: The Trireme Unveiled
23:26 • 17min
Ancient Naval Tactics: The Art of Ramming
40:50 • 4min
Navigating Naval Ramming Tactics
44:35 • 10min
Collaborative Craftsmanship and Future Episodes
54:46 • 3min