Was the quinquereme like a 74-gun third rate or a Sherman tank?
Short answerThe 74-gun third rate is the preferred comparison.
NotesThe quinquereme is likened to a 74-gun third rate. The suggested analogy with a Sherman tank is rejected.
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Was the quinquereme comparable to a 74-gun ship?
A 74-gun third rate supplies the preferred analogy for the quinquereme's fleet role.