A pirate is a robber who travels by water. Though most pirates targeted ships, some also launched attacks on coastal towns. Throughout history, there have been people willing to rob others transporting goods on the water. Thousands of pirates were active from 1650–1730.
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“Sea Dogs” = pirates authorized by Queen Elizabeth I
Who were the pirates? See the link below and read some of the biographies.
Pirates, Privateers, Corsairs, Explorers & More
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