Classiarius

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What does the word "Classiarius" mean?It refers to all people who worked in the Roman navy, from commanders to rowers and ship builders.
2. Who were the velarii and remiges?Velarii handled the sails, while remiges were the rowers who pushed the galleys.

Praefectus Classis: The highest-ranking officer responsible for commanding a Roman fleet, a critical leadership role.
Miles Classiarius: A soldier serving in the Roman navy, representing the rank-and-file personnel.
Velarii: Specialized crew members responsible for the operation and management of sails on Roman warships.
Remiges: The rowers who provided the primary means of propulsion for many Roman galleys, requiring synchronized effort.