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  1. Names of ancient Greek ships

    The heroes who sailed in the vessel were the Argonauts, from Greek Argonautai; nautai means "sailors". We have no idea if the thousand ships that the Greeks used in the Iliad to reach Troy had names. Homer doesn't tell us. Likewise, we have no idea if Odysseus' ships were named, since this is left unmentioned in the Odyssey.

  2. The Cleverest Names for Your Boat from A to Z

    Figures in Greek mythology is a perfect place to turn to when deciding a boat name. Just ask Diane Von Furstenberg , who named her boat after the Greek goddess, Eos, who symbolizes the dawn .

  3. Category:Ships of ancient Greece

    Pages in category "Ships of ancient Greece". The following 7 pages are in this category, out of 7 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .

  4. Ancient Greece Boats, Ships, Warships and Sailing

    Such was the importance of boating and sailing in ancient Greece. Greek Boats. Ancient Greek Boats usually had 2 or 3 sails depending on the size of the boat. These boats were made using large pieces of hardwood. A large sized boat if used for the transportation of stone for the purpose of making statues could carry 100 to 150kg of stone.

  5. Ships' Names from the Classical World

    The name is mentioned by jms as belonging to the same group of Omega Class destroyers as the other ships with Classical names ("Point of No Return"). Agamemnon In Greek mythology, the name of the king who led the Greek army against Troy. He was the brother of Menelaos, whose wife Helena had been abducted by the Trojan prince Paris.

  6. Trireme

    The trireme derives its name from its three rows of oars, manned with one man per oar. The early trireme was a development of the penteconter, an ancient warship with a single row of 25 oars on each side (i.e., a single-banked boat), and of the bireme ( Ancient Greek: διήρης, diērēs ), a warship with two banks of oars, of Phoenician ...

  7. Ancient Greek Ships

    Ancient Greek Ships, Greece Online Encyclopedia. Image of a Papyrela Reconstruction. Around 7250 BC inhabitants of Greece traveled from the mainland to the island of Melos or Milos using papyrus boats (papyrela). The evidence is the discovery of obsidian pieces that exists only in Melos and which were found in the Greek mainland ( Franchthi cavern) and also in Cyprus.

  8. Ancient Greek Ships

    Ancient Greek ships were called triremes. Triremes were powered by rowers on three levels. They were mainly used for warfare and trade. The ships had a wooden ram at the front. Triremes could carry about 200 soldiers. They were fast and agile for battles at sea. The ships were also used for exploring new lands.

  9. Ancient History/Greece/Greek Boats

    Greek boats had two or three sails depending on the size of the craft. These boats were made out of large pieces of hard wood; these boats were large for the time but only could carry 100 - 150 kg of stone used to make statues. The usual items carried on the boats were construction supplies to build houses, war supplies such as iron, bronze ...

  10. Traditional Greek vessels

    Traditional Greek vessels - trehantiri, kaiki and karavoskaro. 25-11-2016. Sailing around Greece, you will likely see a host of traditional vessels that have been unchanged in design over hundreds of years. Predominantly you will see trehantiris and kaikis, but if you're lucky you might even see a Karavoskaro!

  11. Famous Ship Names From History, Literature, Film, Mythology

    The Argo is an ancient ship that holds a significant place in Greek mythology and history. According to legend, it was built by the hero Jason and his crew, ... Related: Classic And Nautical Boat Names For Sailing Adventures. The Millennium Falcon is a modified YT-1300 Corellian light freighter, known for its distinctive shape and worn-out ...

  12. Ancient Greek ships and sailing

    Exekias: Dionysos turning a ship into vines (Athens, ca. 530 BC) Because the Greeks spent a lot of time sailing, they told a lot of stories about sailing and the dangers of being out in boats. The Greek poet Homer told the story of Odysseus, who was shipwrecked on his way home from Troy. Homer's Odyssey. Damon and Pythias. Arion and the dolphins.

  13. List Of Boat Name Ideas: Inspiration For Nautical Naming

    When it comes to naming my boat, I prefer names that resonate with the spirit of the sea and sailing. Here's a list of nautical-themed boat name ideas I find intriguing: Names Inspired by Mythology: Neptune's Fury: A nod to the Roman god of the sea. Poseidon's Trident: References the Greek god of the ocean.

  14. The Catalogue of Ships

    The Greek writer would write down 29 ethnic groups, 190 places and 46 named captains, and an actual figure of 1186 ships. There is debate as to how many actual men this totals; if each ship comprised the 120 men talked of in the Boeotian force, then a total of 142,320 men would have been amassed, but the ships of Meliboeans under Philoctetes ...

  15. Greek Boats: The History of Greece's Seafaring Heritage

    In addition, Greek ship makers have excelled throughout history at smaller craft, from fishing boats that are both seaworthy and picturesque through fine examples of luxury craftsmanship in the building of sailboats and yachts. It is a proud heritage of millennia. Ancient Greek Ships. The earliest Bronze Age ships date from the 3rd millennium BC.

  16. Boat Name Ideas: 21 Tacks to Take When Naming Your Boat

    In the Dockwa boat list we found a few Carol Annes, a handful of Jenny s, a Jeaninne III and a slew of boats named after their missus's - Miss Molly, Miss Megan, Miss Maggie, the list goes on. Our favorite Dockwa boat name in 2016: Captain's Lady . Gotta give the captain credit for the built-in flexibility.

  17. Boat

    Boat - Greek, Roman, Sailing: Little is known about the construction of small craft used by the Greeks and Romans, though the construction of ships from about 55 bce can be described. The fragments of contemporary literature and art produce little more than some type names and the impression that some small boats were built with speed particularly in view. It is mere speculation to attempt to ...

  18. Ancient Greece Ships

    A Triremes could travel as fast as 14 knots while the cargo ships could only travel up to a speed of 5 knots. Although the cargo ships used sails and oars, but it mostly deepened on the sails as the oars were mainly used for warships. The wind was a huge factor in traveling and they could not travel against the wind.

  19. Category:Hellenic Navy ship names

    Only disambiguation and shipindex pages (both used to detail multiple ships of the same name) should be included in this category. Individual ships (including those that are the only one to bear the name) should instead be categorised in Category:Ships of the Hellenic Navy , or the relevant subcategory for the type of vessel.

  20. Vessels in Greek Mythology

    The Argo. Jason and his crew, called the Minyans or the Argonauts, sailed on the Argo, a ship built by and named after Argus. Athena, the goddess of wisdom, guided Argus in constructing the Argo, which proved to be the fastest, strongest vessel in Greek mythology. Though Jason was the de facto leader of the Argonauts, Argus played a larger role ...

  21. Greek coastguard fires on migrant boat, one dead

    The boat, carrying 14 migrants - eight men, one woman and five minors - had left Turkey's nearby shores and illegally entered Greek territorial waters, the coastguard said.

  22. A Guide to Finding the Best Boat Names

    Mythological Boat Names. Many people prefer to use a name from Greek mythology. Below are a few of the more popular ones. Phaedra (Bright) Adonis (God of Beauty and Desire) Pegasus (The Flying Horse) Poseidon (God of the Sea) Zephyr (God of the West Wind) Boreas (God of the North Wind) Eurus (God of the East Wind) Notus (God of the South Wind)

  23. Greece Sailing Itineraries and Maps

    The Greek islands of the Aegean are among the most beautiful and interesting cruise areas in the world. Bounded by the Greek mainland to the west and north, the Turkish coast to the east, and the island of Crete to the south, the islands dot the skyblue Aegean waters in clusters bearing the names Ionian, Sporades, Cyclades, Saronic, and ...

  24. Greek coast guards open fire on migrant smuggling boat after alleged

    Greek authorities say the crew of a Greek coast guard vessel has opened fire on a speedboat smuggling migrants — including five children — from neighboring Turkey, killing one man

  25. 80+ Boat Names Ideas with Personality

    Odyssey: Inspired by the epic ancient Greek poem, this name is perfect for a vessel destined for grand adventures and long journeys. Legacy: This name speaks of what you leave behind, a fitting title for a boat with a strong build and an enduring design.

  26. Greek coast guards open fire on migrant smuggling boat after alleged

    Greek authorities say the crew of a Greek coast guard vessel has opened fire on a speedboat smuggling migrants — including five children — from neighboring Turkey, killing one man. ... the speedboat's engine "to avert the direct threat to the patrol boat and its crew" after the helmsman rammed the Greek patrol boat in a bid to escape ...

  27. Greek coast guard shoots man on migrant smuggling boat

    The crew of a Greek coast guard vessel opened fire on a speedboat smuggling migrants -- including several children -- from neighbouring Turkiye killing one passenger, Greek authorities said Friday.

  28. 10 unique pet dog names inspired by Greek mythology

    These names not only reflect the timeless tales but also add a touch of mythic grandeur to your pet's identity. Here we list some of them. Aug 21, 2024. 10 unique pet dog names inspired by Greek ...

  29. Chrysi: A beautiful Greek island with sea cedars, fossilised shells and

    Its official name is Chrysi, but it is also popularly known as Gaidouronisi. It has an area of only 4.7 sq. km. The island's name comes from the golden sand covering it, mainly from broken shells abundant on its beaches. It also got its second name because the inhabitants of Ierapetra brought old donkeys to the island to die.

  30. Greek coast guards open fire on migrant smuggling boat after ...

    ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greek authorities say the crew of a Greek coast guard vessel has opened fire on a speedboat smuggling migrants — including five children — from neighboring Turkey ...