trierarchises (Meaning)
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trierarchises (pl.)
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- The ancient Greek trierarchies were wealthy citizens responsible for equipping and commanding warships.
- The trierarchies played a crucial role in Athenian naval dominance during the Peloponnesian War.
- The trierarchies were organized into symmories, groups of citizens who shared the financial burden of outfitting ships.
- The trierarchies were expected to provide not only ships but also crews, supplies, and training.
- The most affluent trierarchies often competed to construct the most impressive warships.
- The trierarchies were granted prestige and honors in return for their service.
- However, the trierarchies also faced significant financial and personal risks in their role.
- The Athenian assembly closely scrutinized the performance of the trierarchies, and those who failed to meet expectations faced severe consequences.
- The trierarchies were an essential element of Athenian military power and played a vital role in the city's history.
- The legacy of the trierarchies can still be seen in modern naval organization and warfare.
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The ancient Greek trierarchies were wealthy citizens responsible for equipping and commanding warships.
The trierarchies played a crucial role in Athenian naval dominance during the Peloponnesian War.
The trierarchies were organized into symmories, groups of citizens who shared the financial burden of outfitting ships.
The trierarchies were expected to provide not only ships but also crews, supplies, and training.
