realia
navis longa
warship
A 'long ship': the oared galley of the Roman war-fleet, distinct from the broad cargo transport.
Reading notes
- De Bello Civili §1.30.4 warships
The oared galley of war, as opposed to the rounder transport (oneraria).
- De Bello Gallico §3.9.1 warships
A navis longa: the oared galley of the Roman war-fleet, distinct from the broad cargo transport.