Michael Baizerman Author

Yesterday, I received some great feedback on my recent article "Galley Slaves." Dr. Dwight C Spratley praised my efforts in communicating history to non-specialists, Rien de Meij suggested that my paper summarizes the current level of knowledge, Hans-Heindrich Nolte asked about differences in oarsmen's conditions throughout the Mediterranean, and Peter Krejsa inquired about considerations regarding the cost-benefit situation. I am grateful for these comments as they will help me delve deeper into the topic. https://www.academia.edu/121984361/_Galley_Slaves_ In the meantime, I have re-edited and published two parts of the prelude to my project on Wattpad. You can access them using the following links: https://www.wattpad.com/1457143934-a-tale-of-two-brands-part-1-war-galleys-in-the https://www.wattpad.com/1464879203-a-tale-of-two-brands-part-ii-the-round-ship-part Additionally, I have prepared a lecture based on my paper "Vettor Fausto's Quinquereme." I will ...

 As you probably know, I continue developing the second chapter about war galleys.  The updated book outline looks as such: Introduction: The Galley vs. the Round Ship. The first draft is ready, with many additions waiting for their turn. Unit I: Light Galleys Chapter 1: Early War Galleys. The first draft is ready, with many additions waiting for their turn. Chapter 2: Later War Galleys, is in process. The initial plan should include four parts: a. The Monster Galley: Vettor Fausto's Quinquereme.  b. Rowing a scaloccio c. "Galley Slaves" d. Gallea alla pontina The first two parts are ready, the third needs rearrangement, and the fourth requires additional research. Besides, I may add data about maximum displacement, dimensions, sailing season, water supply, and purpose-built galleys.  Common knowledge asserts that war galleys were relevant until the Battle of Lepanto (1571), giving way to galleasses and ships of the line (sailing ships). During my research, I learned...