GREAT NAVAL BATTLES OF THE ANCIENT GREEK WORLD

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This book presents a selection of 13 naval battles that span a defining century in ancient Greek history, from the Ionian Revolt and Persian Invasion to the rise of external naval powers in the Mediterranean Sea, such as the Carthaginians. Each battle discusses background, wider military campaigns, and the opposing forces, followed by a narrative and analysis of the fighting. Finally, the aftermath of the battles are dealt with, looking at the strategic implications of the outcome for both the victor and the defeated. The battle narratives are supported by maps and tactical diagrams showing the deployment of the fleets and the wider geographical factors involved in battle. Includes black and white maps.