OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation · J199
Paper 5
A Greek warship rowed by about 170 men arranged on three levels, with a total crew of about 200.
Revise: Athenian Military Organisation, Recruitment and FundingThemistocles proposed using the silver to build a new fleet of 200 triremes, while his rival Aristides wanted it shared out among the citizens. The Assembly carried Themistocles' motion, but at first voted for only 100 triremes. Later, as they became aware of Persian preparations for invasion, the Athenians voted to build even more ships than Themistocles had first asked for.
- Revise: Athenian Land and Naval Tactics and Equipment
- Revise: Visual and Material Sources
An ancient warship propelled by oars arranged in three banks.