Greek History

Polemarch- first polemarch was Kipsolis, took over in Corinth after the deposition of the Bachiads.
Kipsolis is mostly a quasi-monarch. Usurper of power, gets public support, however his descendents are not liked.

Gemoroi- Wealthy social class in Samos that controlled govt. before Polycrates seized power. Ran olis based on aristocracy. After this class Polycrates took over.

Trireme- The most advanced Greek warship. Has 3 rows of oarsmen. 1st developed in Corinth. Used effectively @ the battle of Salamis (Greeks against Persians). Trireme is able to maneuver faster than other ships of its age (reason battle was won).

Pentechonter- Standard warship before the trireme, less powerful. Only had 2 banks of oars.


People

Agamemnon- Legendary Spartan king, was commander of the seige of Troy. Held together an alliance of Greek princes who were eventually able to capture the city of Troy after 10 yrs. Of seige. In Homers Iliad (during Book 2) ...