Re: Re: What ship-style did Dormal build?

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From: Richard R Katsaros <rkatsaros_at_...>
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 2002 11:42:41 -0500

Hi Mike,

I found a description and a great illustration of a pentekonter in my copy of "Warfare in the Classical World". It's described as the precursor of the Bireme and Trireme, having only one row of oars. The name apparently refers to there being 50 oars.

I hope that helps!

Richard K.

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