The Greeks Spotlight on Ancient Greeks The Mycenaeans and Homer Greek Settlements The Land of Greece The City-State, Athens Democracy The City at War Naval Warfare Religion and the Gods Temples The Olympic Games The Family Home Greek Women Education Symposium Theaters and Actors Craftsmen Illness and Death Learning and Inventions	Arrow Machine The 5th and 4th centuries BC were a time of war, with rival cities trying to conquer each other. Most new inventions were connected with warfare. This arrow machine was invented at Syracuse, a city well known for its attacks on others.   Previous: Back Book: The Greeks Section: Spotlight on Ancient Greeks Chapter: Learning and Inventions