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Well shipmates the finale of Crossbones is this Saturday. Two hour finish. The series has not been renewed so it's over, good, bad, or indifferent. Perhaps at least we can see John M with a silver coin glued to his head for a last huzzah!

"Pirate Round" by Nelson. About four chapters in. Very good!

Thanks shipmates! I had a fine day! Ate Chinese and drank some beer!

So Jen do you think that by "cocking" a hat it might make it a little more wind tolerant on the open sea? I believe I recall Mission making note of how easily "The Patrick Hand Original tm" took flight when he was on a bike. Big wide brimmed hats maybe not so good near the open water.

Thanks for the link to that very good thread. My own opinion (for what it's worth!) is that straw hats were worn a lot, and even by seamen (especially ashore), but that cocked straw hats are a "reenactorism." Cocking a straw hat defeats its purpose: to keep your face and neck from frying in the sun....

Interesting idea Carpie... cocking a straw hat defeats the use of the hat for it's intended purpose (protect the wearer from the sun). Today we have people who wear baseball caps backwards and wear their pants low to show boxer styled underwear. Fashion defeating the purpose of the clothing.

DId this happen in the GOAP?

I seem to recall a type of short coat worn by horsemen in the Napoleonic wars that was draped over the shoulder. It had no real purpose other than to look good. When I first saw this my thought was that it must hinder the horseman. Evidently they simply adapted to the coat to keep with fashion.

While not a great show I still have hopes it will improve. Any Star Trek fans may recall the first season of Star Trek the Next Generation was very weak.

Of course if you wanted to watch this show for the historical content then you are completely out of luck!

I preformed at this fun little festival the past two years! Stop by the Tiki Bar and have a "Naked Pirate" if you dare!

What about the Royaliste? How period is that ship?

Sorry to see it go but I understand your reasoning.

Is the "fish and vinegar" ketchup anything like the Roman fish sauce?

I believe I saw something about the mushroom ketchup at JAS Townsend (they may have a video).

Thanks John! I'm considering adding a plug bayonet to my kit.

I liked the language and dialogue a lot! I know that for a show like Crossbones to succeed it will have to up the action which may detract from the storyline.

That blade has a very historic look about it!

Were plug bayonets still in use by the time of the GAOP or had they been abandoned in favor of the socket bayonets? I seem to recall socket bayonets in use during the Spanish War of Succession.

Haven't seen you around much shipmate! Hope your 35th Birthday is wonderful!

The "Tyburn Tree" is frequently mentioned as the location for hanging in the London environment. I believe I once heard reference to "Tyburn Fruit" as a descriptor of those who were ready to hang.

thanks GregF! I plan to give "Crossbones" a try this Friday. May not be historical but it might be fun!

I also saw Barry Clifford at the MN Science Museum in 2012. His description of what they found on the "pirate island" was amazing! We can only hope some of these artifacts are made available to the public soon!

What about attending an event that was let's say, more of a party theme than pirate? Example: a local tropical (Tiki, Caribbean, Island) themed bar/ eatery is hosting a Captain Morgan pirate night with free tastings and encourages people to dress like pirates. The wait staff may be dressed up. Beach boys music playing, fake palm trees, Corona neon signs, surf boards, half priced wings. Would you check it out or pass.

Skillful!

If you read the novel "On Stranger Tides" you discover that Blackbeard planned his death only to return to life in another body.

Great story, awesome picture Bright!

Looks like it will be a beauty! So does this mean you haven't abandoned piracy entirely???

Captain Jim you are correct. Here is the trailer and home page for the show.

http://www.nbc.com/crossbones?__source=Reso_Crossbones_SMR_Brand_Exact_Google&k_clickid=7f5dd6b5-e11a-6808-5bf4-0000187f5b77&k_prof=16&k_affcode=1010&sky=crossbones

I am a little concerned with the promo pictures showing John Malkovich with a white beard but taking on the role of Blackbeard... seems wrong but it could be a fun series.