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http://www.archaeology.org/online/reviews/...ates/index.html Interesting re-cap of pirate history, plus you can vote for your favorite Vile Pirate Act http://www.archaeology.org/online/reviews/...rates/poll.html
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Hello all I've been wondering how common was tatooing with pyrates and sailors of the era?
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Boiled bones show Aztecs butchered, ate invaders By Catherine BremerWed Aug 23, 4:23 PM ET Skeletons found at an unearthed site in Mexico show Aztecs captured, ritually sacrificed and partially ate several hundred people traveling with invading Spanish forces in 1520. Skulls and bones from the Tecuaque archaeological site near Mexico City show about 550 victims had their hearts ripped out by Aztec priests in ritual offerings, and were dismembered or had their bones boiled or scraped clean, experts say. The findings support accounts of Aztecs capturing and killing a caravan of Spanish conquistadors and local men, women and children traveling with them in revenge for th…
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I was shocked to learn, on another board, that our Deacon Frye, Scott Bubar, passed away in August. Is this old news here? I hadn't seen it mentioned, but I confess I don't check all the forums religiously. He will be missed.
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Greetings once again. I hope that everyone that had it was able to enjoy the three day weekend. Now I am looking for a good place to start, I am interested in the historical accuracy for the GAOP. I have read "Under the Black Flag" and "Women sailors and Sailors Women". What else would be a good book?
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Pirate scene hooks recruits Tue Aug 22, 2006 8:25 AM ET By Michael Flaherty NEW YORK (Reuters) - Shuhe Hawkins wanted to be a pirate when he grew up. Apparently, he was not alone. Hawkins is part of a subculture of pirate lovers across the globe, a growing tribe that encompasses history buffs, musicians, actors and hipsters. Across the United States, from New York City to Portland, Oregon, the pirate movement has spawned pirate bars, social circles, bands, festivals, magazines and apparel. Devotees are attracted by pirate fashions, the spirit of rowdiness and the opportunity to engage in anti-establishment behavior. It's unclear where it began, but pirates are clear…
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Hello all, Brit.Privateer here. Some of you may know me from the Pirates of the Burning Sea online game forums. I would like to introduce you all to my little project I have started there: The Age of Sail and Piracy '101' Project www.asp101project.com The main purpose of this project is to help educate the Pirates of the Burning Sea online game community (while it is also around to help others too) by writing articles on historical topics, primarily requested by people in the huge community of literally thousands of people. Not only will these articles help teach the community about history, but it will help by providing them valuable information that could be used in…
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Sorry for misleading you, I just wanted people to look at this thread... I forget whether, amongst all the evidence for an against boots in the GAoP, anyone came up with any textual references to boots being worn by seamen in the period (and frankly I'm too damn lazy to go back and check). Either way, I have recently come across a picture of a 2 latchet ankle boot recovered from HMS Stirling Castle, wrecked on the Goodwin Sands in 1703 which I thought someone might enjoy.
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I would like to know more about the lady pirate Anne Mills. I have a striking print of her and would like to know more about the person. many thanks
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LOL, Hey I like this.. good idea. Spirketing - The planking from the waterways up to the port sills on a vessel with gun ports.
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I was just wondering if anyone could point me in the direction of some websites, books, or whatever that would contain information about French pirates. I am not looking for info on a particular pirate. I just want to know how different the French pirates might have been from the English. Did they have different superstitions, different slang, would they have prefered different ships, etc. For example- would the French have a different name for Davy Jone's locker or was that term universal? Any information at all would be great!
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I've been searching all over the internet for a decent bio about Christopher Moody. He's not listed in my book of pirates, though his flag is. Everywhere I look on the internet, I only find a brief description of his flag, and other unsatisfactory answers, such as a bio about Jesse Mcartney. So, since I'm incapable of finding good results, I'm going to make others do the work for me. If anyone stumbles across information concerning Mr. Moody, I'd be pleased.
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Does anyone know of any pirate wedding vows?
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Ok, here goes - take the phone off the hook, put the kids to bed, put the cat out (I didn't and she drove me crazy diving after all the bits of string) - it's time to tackle what will probably be the biggest turkshead you will ever tie. This isn't coachwhipping proper but the appearance is the same and for me at least the process is easier. For reference, we are tying Ashleys #1289. There are a few basics you will need to know here. I am assuming you know how to tie a constrictor hitch, a wall knot, and a crown knot. If not look at Constrictor Hitch, Wall knot, and Crown knot. Step 1 - Setting up Measure out three six foot strands of string. Find the middles and p…
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I'm setting this tutorial up, not in the order of construction but in the order of difficulty. Each of the separate pieces (grommet, turks head, coach-whipping) should be learned and attempted separately. Now, on to the turks head - This is a step by step follow the picture deal. Tying it around something is the EXACT same process. The large line and presence of a hand should not confuse you. If you are doing this with marline around your becket every step is the exact same. Remember to tie this loosely as subsequent passings will increase it's bulk and make it tighter. Once your turks head is done carefully work it tighter and tighter around until you have it as…
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Just how far back to knots go? Obviously the majority of functional knots - bowlines, reef knots, etc. are as ancient as sailing but what about decorative knots? The running turkshead (the one strand kind such as what I've illustrated elsewhere is period for sure with documentation to prove it but I'm wondering about some of the hitching, the multipart turksheads, the rope mats, etc. They look pretty and salty but I get the impression that most only go back to the 19th century. Am I wrong in this? What sort of documentation have you guys seen?
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In response to a question over in plunder here is a quick tutorial on how to make a grommet style sea chest becket. These are the loop handles and should not be confused with the shackle type. This was made from old 3-strand dacron halyard material which is far far far from the best stuff to use for the project but it's what I had on hand. I recommend 3 strand manilla or hemp. The grommet pictured here is 5" in diameter and is made from half inch material. Step 1 - Measuring and Cutting Grommets can be laid up in one go but I highly recommend using a form made up of the same material going into the grommet. Figure out how big you want your grommet and then cut your…
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I'm wondering if there's any historical record of pirates operating on the Great Lakes. Certainly, piracy in such a confined area would be more dangerous than on the open sea, as there would be fewer places to run or hide when being pursued. Looking forward to any information people might have about this topic --in either the affirmative or the negative. Cheers, Hester ... who has always lived in Great Lakes ports
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Be there any truth ta th' idea o' a pirate in period (or earlier) designatin' himself as such by wearin' a copper ring somewhere aboout his person? Me friend locally says he found documentation ta support this, but I canna seem ta duplicate his efforts thus far. I'd heard more often o' a sailor, even in ancient days, wearin' a gold earring ta pay either fer a proper burial, or passage into th' underworld (depending on faith), but his word be th' first I've heard o' copper. Has anybody foound any such historical basis fer th' notion?
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So much for "scholarly merit"... Did this clown bother to read "Captured by Pirates"? Yours, Mike Study: Pirates pursued democracy, helped American colonies survive Filed under Research, Politics on Wednesday, June 28, 2006. GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Blackbeard and Ben Franklin deserve equal billing for founding democracy in the United States and New World, a new University of Florida study finds. Pirates practiced the same egalitarian principles as the Founding Fathers and displayed pioneering spirit in exploring new territory and meeting the native peoples, said Jason Acosta, who did the research for his thesis in history at the University of Florida. “Hollywood re…
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I know that the serving mallet is a standard of traditional rigging these days but does anyone know when the "modern" form of the tool was developed or was service applied with spikes or some sort of serving board arrangement during the period in question?
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Was searching Hogarth's images and found some pic's of interest. The first is "Hudibras' First Adventure" dated 1726- http://www.peterwestern.f9.co.uk/hogarth/h...rthgallery.html Notice the fellow with the apron wearing the "Jack Sparrow" style headkerchief (zounds, and I thought that was just a Hollywood invention). Notice the fellow on crutches next to the bear (or is that a buffalo?), the pant's appear to be wide knee breeches- however I've seen other period prints where button knee breeches appeared similar when unbuttoned. The next picture is from "The Costumer's Manifesto" with a series by Bernard Picart, drawn in 1720. It depicts clothing worn along the…
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I've read descriptions of pirates boarding a prize loaded with as many weapons as they could possibly carry. Multiple swords, pistols and knives. So I decided to try replicating the idea in reality (okay, I don't have any real pistols, but the replicas are near the size and weight of the real thing) and see if it was feasable to carry. From the front, a dagger and two pistols. A sabre at the side. A cutlass and kukhri knife on the back. The dagger has a snap on the frog and I don't know how old the kukhri is so it may not be appropriate to the GAoP. The thing weighs around fifty pounds, and really hurts after about fifteen minutes. If I try it again, I'm going t…
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Jun 7 1692 At 11:43am, a catastrophic earthquake strikes Port Royal, Jamaica, then known as "the richest and wickedest city in the world." Buildings are shaken apart and ships in harbor hurled onto busy streets. In just three minutes, the temblor takes out 70% of the population, killing 1,600 and seriously injuring 3,000 others.
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What sort of style tent would have been typical for a hunting buccaneer to use while in the field or would a tent have been used at all? Also, is anyone aware of any sites/books with more info on the bucan method of cooking other than a general description of it being a way of barbequing?
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