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Pirates
Pirates have been robbing and pillaging since ancient times. Some better known pirates are Blackbeard, Jose Gaspar, Sir Francis Drake, Henry Morgan and Captain William Kidd. Although piracy was in its hay day between the 17th and 19th centuries, it is still being battled against today.
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What is the real name for a woman pirate?
A female pirate is sometimes called a "pirette." There are a significant number of pirettes in history, such as Ching Shih of China who at one point commanded over 1,500 ships and 80,000 sailors. The navies of China, Britain, and Portugal could not defeat her fleet and eventually offered her peace, which she accepted. She is regarded as one of the most powerful pirates, male or female, in history.
Yes...William Teach, known as Blackbeard, operated off the North Carolina coast, and had his base near Bath, NC.
How do you work a ship from the 1700s?
Working a ship from the 1700s involves understanding its key components, including sails, rigging, and navigation tools. Crew members would hoist and trim sails to harness wind for propulsion, while the captain and officers used a compass and sextant for navigation. Seamanship skills were crucial for steering the ship and managing ropes and rigging during maneuvers. Regular maintenance and teamwork were essential for successful voyages.
It was believed that piercing the ears with such precious metals as silver and gold improved their eyesight.
The gold was also to pay for their burial if necessary.One of the American ships the ran aground near Tripoli and was boarded by pirates.?
Philadelphia =D
this makes it so much easier dont it =P
The darker the color the higher the heat and the lighter the color the less heat
Where is the Barbary Coast on the planet?
The northern coast of Africa, in what is now present-day Libya.
How do you get the gold treasure chest in the wind temple?
There is no gold treasure chest in that game.
How much did Anne Bonny weigh?
Historical records do not provide specific details about Anne Bonny's weight. As a notorious pirate in the early 18th century, much of her life is shrouded in myth and legend, leaving limited information about her physical characteristics. Estimates based on the average weights of women during that period suggest she may have weighed around 120 to 140 pounds, but this is purely speculative.
Does long john silver have a wooden leg?
Long John Silver is a fictional character in Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island. Contrary to popular belief, he did not have a wooden leg in the novel; it was amputated "just below the knee" by a surgeon when he was quartermaster. Silver used a crutch in the novel, not a wooden leg, hence the phrase "one-legged seafaring man."
What is calico jacks full name?
Calico Jack's full name was John Rackham. He was an English pirate active in the Caribbean during the early 18th century, known for his distinctive clothing and for having two female pirates, Anne Bonny and Mary Read, as part of his crew. Rackham became infamous for his flamboyant style and was eventually captured and executed for his crimes.
What is a pirates favorite drink?
Anything they can get their hands on! But if they have a choice, GROG. Grog is any kind of mixture of rum and water. They could add sugar, spices, and fruit juice to it. It was similar to "punch" which was a popular beverage amongst all people back in the day.
Straight rum, wine, beer, or mead are also excellent piratical choices.
