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The ancient Greek ships known as triremes were equipped with galleys, long oars used for propulsion.
The rowers on the galleys worked in shifts, alternating between rest and pulling at the oars.
The galleys of medieval warships were often armed with cannons or other weapons for close combat.
In the 19th century, steam-powered galleys were used for towing and as auxiliary vessels.
The French navy operated galleys in its fleet for centuries, primarily for coastal defense and reconnaissance.
The Venetians relied heavily on galleys in their maritime empire, using them for both warfare and trade.
The galleys of the Ottoman Empire played a significant role in the Mediterranean Sea during the 16th and 17th centuries.
Some galleys had multiple masts and sails, allowing them to travel over longer distances than oars alone.
The oar crews on galleys faced harsh conditions and often suffered from malnutrition or disease.
Modern rowing competitions still include events for galleys, preserving the legacy of these ancient vessels.

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sloops, cutters, luggers, catboats, sharpies, sailboats, catamarans, junk, frigates, yawls

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The ancient Greek ships known as triremes were equipped with galleys, long oars used for propulsion.

The rowers on the galleys worked in shifts, alternating between rest and pulling at the oars.

The galleys of medieval warships were often armed with cannons or other weapons for close combat.

In the 19th century, steam-powered galleys were used for towing and as auxiliary vessels.