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Enneris Rome BC 31

Enneris Rome BC 31 was a pivotal moment in ancient history, marking the beginning of a new era for the Roman Empire. In this year, Rome faced significant political and military challenges that ultimately shaped the course of history. One of the most notable events of this period was the Battle of Actium in 31 BC, where Octavian, later known as Aug...

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Caesar's Galley Model Ship

Roman warships were fearsome weapons and a major factor in the expansion of the Roman Empire. The ships were powered by sails and oars, and armed with the spears and swords of the soldiers on board. Protection was provided by many removable shields along the sides of the craft. A unique "proboscus" on the front of the ship was a reinforced ram ofte...

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Roman Warship

This is the sort of warship that was the backbone of the Roman fleet in the time of Julius Caeser. It would also have made up the fleets that engaged each other when Octavius Caeser went after Anthony and Cleopatra....

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Liburna Rome BC 31

Liburna Rome BC 31 was a significant naval battle that took place in 31 BC between the forces of Octavian, later known as Emperor Augustus, and those of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. The battle marked the culmination of the Roman Republic's civil war and the establishment of the Roman Empire. Octavian's fleet, commanded by Agrippa, employed innovativ...

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Roman Merchantman Boat Model

Dating from before the time of Christ and remaining in use for several centuries after, the merchant ships of the Roman Empire represented an important stage in the evolution of the cargo ship. Some of these vessels were very large, like the ones used for carrying grain from the fertile Nile valley to Rome. The could measure 180 feet long....

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A Cache of Vintage Ships

By Andrew L. Slayman. Summoned last April to survey a construction site in Pisa, Italian archaeologist Stefano Bruni never imagined what he would find: nine well-preserved Roman ships--the largest group of ancient vessels ever discovered in a single place--and part of Pisa's classical port. Eight months of patient testing had yielded little, and co...

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Roman Merchant Ship

Roman Merchant Ship. Small Wooden Merchant Ship With Two White Sails... Jonothan Potter (c) Dorling Kindersley...

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Octeris Rome BC 210

Octeris Rome BC 210 In the year 210 BC, the ancient city of Rome witnessed a significant event known as the Octeris. This event marked a pivotal moment in Roman history, shaping the course of the city for years to come. The Octeris was a grand celebration that showcased the military might and cultural richness of Rome. It was a time of feasting, ...

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Ancient Roman Transportation

From earliest times the Romans displayed remarkable skill at building and engineering. They constructed bridges across the river Tiber, aqueducts to supply Rome with water, and sewers to drain the Forum and keep the city healthy.As they expanded their power across Italy, the Romans linked the capital with other communities they had conquered by a n...

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Quadriremis Rome BC 31

The Quadriremis was a type of ancient Roman galley ship used during the time of the Roman Empire. The term "Quadriremis" refers to the number of rows of oars used to propel the ship, in this case, four rows. These ships were an important part of the Roman naval fleet and played a significant role in naval warfare during the time of Rome. One of th...

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