This description for Celtic ports seems to imply that navies were not an important part of ancient warfare. It was my understanding that naval battles were very important in some Greek and Roman wars. Should I change it to say that sea battles weren't so important in Celtic warfare?
Ancient warfare did not relied on decisive sea battles in the same way later periods would come to. However, the ability to build some light transports to launch invasions was clear, especially in the north of Gaul, and in Britain and Ireland. Further, small hide covered boats could be used to attack larger ships by rafting up to their sides, and climbing up the sides to engage the crew. This port would allow the most simple of ships, which, while not anything extravagant, are all necessary for transporting an army a short distance.
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