

Understanding Greek and Roman Technology: From Catapult to the Pantheon
Machines at Sea—Ancient Ships
TV-PG
S1 • E22 Dec 12, 2013 30mSpurred by their dependence on maritime trade, the ancient Greeks became masters of nautical engineering. Follow the development of their ship design and sailing techniques, which were adopted by the Romans and paved the way for the great age of exploration in the 15th century.