During the first war against the Carthaginians (264–241 BC), the inexperienced Roman navy found itself outmatched by the more maneuverable Carthaginian fleet and its devastating ramming tactics. Nevertheless, the Romans generally managed to counter the Carthaginian advantage by focusing on boarding enemy ships, which required less experience and coordination than ramming. | Daily Reminder

From today, the ship's bell from HMS Illustrious has a new home at the Oval in London. HMS Illustrious' last Commanding Officer, Commodore Mike Utley, is now embarked on HMS Queen Elizabeth as part of WESTLANT. Find out more: https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/westlant | Royal Navy

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