This article by archaeologist Aris Tsaravopoulos examines the archaeological evidence of warfare in the fortified city of Aegilia—now known as Antikythira—during the Hellenistic period. This city, which was strategically developed to control sea routes, was often at the center of military conflicts due to its connection with the city of Falasarna in Crete and piracy.
The findings include a large number of military artifacts, such as bronze arrowheads, sling stones, and stone catapult balls, which attest to the intense military activity in the region. Of particular interest are the inscriptions on lead projectiles, which demonstrate the involvement of royal armies and cities of Crete. The article analyzes how the city suffered repeated attacks and how these led to its eventual abandonment, while also linking it to the famous Antikythera shipwreck.
