Quiz Answers – Ridiculous Weapons In History Quiz

Question #19: In Medieval Europe, there was a daring tactic which was to load a boat full of oil, charge it at an enemy fleet, and try to ignite it to burn the enemy’s ships. They were scrapped because of how difficult it was to ignite them at a safe enough distance from the enemy. What fiendish names were these ships given to reflect their purpose? 

Correct Answer: Hellburners

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