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The Strange but True Story of Flaming Pigs in Ancient Warfare
Military

The Strange but True Story of Flaming Pigs in Ancient Warfare

Posted on: September 28, 2024September 28, 2024

Throughout history, animals have often been used in warfare, sometimes in surprising and creative ways. Among these unusual wartime creatures were war pigs, deployed in ancient times for […]

Trireme – An Ancient Naval Masterpiece
Architecture & Engineering / Military

Trireme – An Ancient Naval Masterpiece

Posted on: September 22, 2024September 23, 2024

Design and Construction of the Trireme At first look, the trireme may look like a standard wooden ship of the ancient world. The term “trireme” comes from the Latin […]

Top 5 Battles Where Phalanx Formation Was Used
Military

Top 5 Battles Where Phalanx Formation Was Used

Posted on: September 21, 2024September 28, 2024

The phalanx was a revolutionary formation that dominated ancient warfare for centuries, enabling smaller, well-organized Greek forces to triumph over larger armies. However, as warfare evolved, the rigid […]