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Bookmark or Share- Greek fire - WikipediaGreek fire was an incendiary weapon system used by the Byzantine Empire from the seventh to the fourteenth centuries.
- Greek Fire: What Was The Byzantines' Secret Weapon ...Developed in the Byzantine empire of the seventh century, Greek fire was a devastating weapon capable of being fired through tubes like a flamethrower, or hurled grenade-style in pots. It stuck to and burned everything, and couldn’t be doused by water, making it especially useful in naval battles.
- Why Greek Fire Was The Ancient World's Most Devastating WeaponDeveloped by the Byzantine Empire in 672 C.E., Greek fire was a top-secret combustible compound used during naval battles to set enemy ships ablaze. Although enemies of the Byzantine Empire stole this weapon, they were never able to recreate it for themselves.
- Greek Fire: The Weapon That Protected the Byzantine EmpireThe “Greek fire” was a mysterious incendiary weapon that helped the mighty Byzantine Empire survive and ensure that it continued to exercise its sovereignty for many centuries. Using a unique formula—which even today’s scientists have trouble figuring out—the Greeks of Byzantium kept the enemy away from their vast lands which once ...
- The Mysterious Greek Fire Weapon of the Byzantine EmpireWidely known as Greek Fire, this mighty weapon enabled the Byzantine Empire to survive and maintain its power through many attacks from various enemies. The weapon could be compared to the modern day flame-thrower.
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