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4 Famous… times Greek Fire Was used

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siege of the capital 678

The besieging forces of the Umayyad Caliphate were the first to experience Greek fire when their navy was set ablaze.

Arabian Attack 718

Despite a relentless invasion from Arab forces, Emperor Leo III’S navy were victorious thanks to Greek fire.

thomas the slav 822

Both sides had Greek fire at their disposal but it was the Emperor Michael II who used it best during the revolt of Thomas the Slav.

war with the rus 941

Emperor Romanus I Lecapenus successful­ly defeated the invading Russian fleet at sea with his favourite fiery weapon.

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