KEYNOTE ? Unique guide to modelling the leading warship of Ancient Greece The bireme (a ship with two banks of oars), probably adopted from the Phoenicians, became the leading warship of the 8th century BC. Greek biremes are thought to be about 80 feet (24 metres) long with a maximum beam around 10 feet (3 metres). Within two or three generations the first triremes (ships with three vertically superimposed banks of oars) appeared and gradually took over as the primary warship. This book details both how the bireme was built and the complete modelling and painting process of creating a bireme model. It includes over 100 stock, converted, and scratch built figures, with uniforms and battle illustrations to provide inspiration for creating unique models and dioramas. Containing over 100 colour pictures, strategic maps, detailed historical accounts, and guides to modelling the very difficult process of creating water, this is a must-have for anyone interested in knowing more, or modelling the classic Greek bireme.
