Tag: Pirates
Bartholomew Sharp — Meet the Unlucky Pirate Who Threw Away a Fortune in Silver
Published Date: 22 June, 2012
“With the men of the expedition once more on the verge of mutiny, a lookout finally spotted a large galleon flying Spanish colours. Could it be the treasure fleet? Sharp’s vessels closed for battle.” HISTORY…
“Avast, Y’all!” — Confederate Pirates of the Civil War
Published Date: 28 May, 2012
“The Southern leadership dusted off a tried and tested strategy Americans had used to in both the Revolution and the War of 1812 to stand up to the Royal Navy. They turned to privateers.” WHEN…