Nero and the Ravenna Fleet: The Birth of Classis Ravennas

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the founding of the Classis Ravennas, the Roman imperial fleet based at Ravenna, under Nero's reign. They discuss how Nero expanded naval infrastructure to secure grain supplies, project power in the Adriatic, and support his ambitious building projects, including the Domus Aurea. The conversation covers the strategic importance of Ravenna's natural harbor, the construction of the Portus Iulius, the role of the fleet in the Parthian War and the Jewish revolt, and the social status of sailors and marines. Lucas delves into the logistical challenges of maintaining a standing navy, the use of liburnian galleys, and the eventual fate of the fleet after Nero's death. The episode highlights Nero's pragmatic naval investments as part of his broader vision for Roman infrastructure and security. #Nero #ClassisRavennas #RomanNavy #Ravenna #Adriatic #DomusAurea #ParthianWar #JewishRevolt #Liburnian #PortusIulius #GrainSupply #NavalHistory #AncientRome #FirstJewishRomanWar #Vespasian #ImperialFleet #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo