In the seventh century, the Byzantine Empire developed a formidable weapon that would instill fear and wonder in equal measure: Greek fire. This incendiary device was not merely a tool of war but a marvel of the ancient chemical arts, its composition a closely guarded secret that remains largely unknown today. Used primarily during naval battles, this liquid fire was launched from tubes or siphons mounted on the bows of ships. What made Greek fire particularly terrifying was its capacity to burn
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In the seventh century, the Byzantine Empire developed a formidable weapon that would instill fear and wonder in equal measure: Greek fire. This incendiary device was not merely a tool of war but a marvel of the ancient chemical arts, its composition a closely guarded secret that remains largely unknown today. Used primarily during naval battles, this liquid fire was launched from tubes or siphons mounted on the bows of ships. What made Greek fire particularly terrifying was its capacity to burn
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