Age of the Galley: Mediterranean Oared Vessels Since Pre-Classical Times (Conway's History of the Ship Series)
By (author): "Robert Gardiner, J.S. Morrison"
Publish Date:
March 1995
ISBN0851779557
ISBN139780851779553
AsinAge of the Galley: Mediterranean Oared Vessels Since Pre-Classical Times (Conway's History of the Ship Series)
Original titleAGE OF THE GALLEY: Mediterranean Oared Vessels Since Pre-Classical Times (Conway's History of the Ship Series)
Over 100 maritime historians and specialists chart the development of the galley from the earliest paleolithic craft to the classical trireme and its Roman and Byzantine successors. Essays are also included on more general aspects such as material resources, battle tactics and exploration.