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http://www.renegadetribune.com/greeks-find-container-with-aid-for-refugees-filled-with-weapons-and-ammunition/ WebDec 2, 2016 · Greek fire was a real weapon which has achieved near-legendary status. An incendiary device deployed against advancing Arabs by the defenders of Constantinople; it became famous for its devastating … WebSep 3, 2015 · But the Greek word katzapeltes originally meant “shield-piercer” ( kata = “through,” + pelta = “light infantry shield”), and this was how these machines were first used in Ancient Greece. The earliest catapults … pounding back massager