Pitassi, Michael
Roman Warships
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783274147
- author:
- Pitassi, Michael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Boydell & Brewer, Limited
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 228
- Dimensions:
- 6.70(w) x 9.40(h) x 0.50(d)
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Roman Warships by Michael Pitassi explores the development and evolution of Roman warships over eight centuries of naval activity. Drawing on archaeological evidence, documentary accounts, and visual representations, the book charts how ships were adapted to meet the changing needs of the Roman Navy as it operated in different regions. The Roman Imperial Navy was a powerful maritime force that dominated the seas around western Europe, north Africa, and the Middle East, as well as great rivers forming part of the eastern boundary of the Roman world. This naval power enabled the expansion of Imperial influence into previously inaccessible areas and secured trade routes and communication networks. At its peak, the Roman Navy employed tens of thousands of sailors, marines, and craftsmen to maintain a fleet of warships far larger than anything in existence today. Yet, these warships remain largely unstudied. This book provides a unique insight into the history of Roman warships, shedding light on their development and evolution over time.
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