8 Famous Pirates From History
Learn about the lives and exploits of eight notorious pirates who roved the high seas, from the Barbary Coast brothers to Madame Cheng. Discover how they became pirates, what they did, and how they met their ends. 展开
Sailing from North Africa’s Barbary Coast, the Barbarossa (which means “red beard” in Italian) brothers Aruj and Hizir became rich by capturing European vessels in the Mediterranean Sea. Though their most lucrative early victims included two papal galleys and a Sardinian … 展开
L’Olonnais was one of many buccaneers—a cross between state-sponsored privateers and outright outlaws—who plied the Caribbean Sea in the mid-to-late 1600s. … 展开
Perhaps the best-known pirate of the buccaneering era, Henry Morgan once purportedly ordered his men to lock the inhabitants of Puerto … 展开
Francis Drake, nicknamed “my pirate” by Queen Elizabeth I, was among the so-called “Sea Dog” privateers licensed by the English government to attack Spanish shipping. Drake sailed on his most famous voyage from 1577 to 1580, becoming the first English captain to … 展开
Beyond the Legends, Real-Life Pirates Who Shaped History
- Blackbeard. Blackbeard, or Captain Edward Teach or Thatch, was the worst …
- Anne Bonny. Bonny’s story is remarkable for many reasons, but most …
- John “Calico Jack” Rackham. A woodcut of John “Calico Jack” Packham …
- Bartholomew Roberts. Bartholomew Roberts with his ship and captured …
- Captain Morgan. Yes, the guy on the rum bottles. He has a real-life …
Real-Life Pirates of the Caribbean in History - ThoughtCo
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- Edward "Blackbeard" Teach. Edward "Blackbeard" Teach was by far the …
- Bartholomew "Black Bart" Roberts. "Black Bart" Roberts was the most …
- Henry Avery. Henry Avery was the inspiration for a whole generation of …
- Captain William Kidd. The infamous Captain Kidd started out as a pirate …
- Captain Henry Morgan. Depending on who you ask, the famous Captain …
Who Were the Real Pirates of the Caribbean? | Smithsonian
网页2024年5月15日 · So, what were the real pirates of the Caribbean like? Were they revolutionaries who founded pirate republics where everyone was free and equal? Or were they terrorists and rapists, enemies of...
12 of the Fiercest Real-Life Pirates in History - Mental Floss
- BLACKBEARD. While he would later settle into a kind of catch-all pirate …
- CHARLES VANE. Vane steered his ship Ranger into lots of trouble in the …
- ANNE BONNY AND MARY READ. While many women occupied ships of all …
- “BLACK” BART ROBERTS. After the Welsh pirate Howell Davis seized his …
- EDWARD LOW. Any pretense of British-born pirates being slightly more …
The Real Pirates of the Caribbean - World History …
网页2021年12月30日 · Learn about the real pirates who plundered the Caribbean from 1690 to 1730, their clothing, weapons, expressions, havens, treasure, and punishments. Explore the stories of four notorious pirates: …
Meet the real pirates of the Caribbean—and the …
网页2020年7月2日 · Learn about the golden age of piracy, the diverse crews, the legendary captains, and the myths and facts of pirate culture. Explore the origins, the terminology, the lifestyle, and the legacy of these scurvy …
The Real-life Pirates of the Caribbean: Blackbeard and His Legacy
Who were the real pirates of the Caribbean? - Royal …
网页Learn about the origins, motives and end of piracy in the Caribbean, from buccaneers to privateers. Explore the National Maritime Museum's collection of pirate-themed books and artefacts.
Grim Life Cursed Real Pirates of Caribbean - National Geographic
网页2003年7月11日 · Learn about the harsh reality of pirate life in the 18th century, from violence and poverty to constant danger and death. Discover the stories of famous and …
