Minoan-Mycenaean Warfare

Minoan-Mycenaean warfare refers to the military practices and conflicts of two ancient Greek civilizations. The Minoans, based on the island of Crete, relied heavily on naval power and trade, using ships for protection rather than conquest. In contrast, the Mycenaeans, located on the Greek mainland, were more aggressive, favoring land-based incursions and fortified city-states. Their warfare involved chariots, heavily armed infantry, and siege tactics. This dynamic interplay of naval and land warfare shaped their interactions, leading to both trade and conflict, ultimately influencing the development of later Greek military strategies.