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The Athenian Navy: Oarsmen and Democracy
We usually hear about the marble temples of Athens or the philosophical debates in the Agora, but the true engine of Athenian power was rowing. In this episode, we dive into the social and political revolution sparked by the trireme. We explore how Themistocles convinced the city to spend their silver windfall on a massive fleet, shifting power from the wealthy hoplite class to the poor thetes who manned the oars. You will meet the specific individuals who served as trierarchs, funding these ships out of pocket, and hear how the physical act of rowing created a unique form of solidarity among…
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