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Who was the pirate Blackbeard parted company with?

  • Jack Rackham

  • Stede Bonnet

  • Henry Morgan

  • Davy Jones

Answer

Stede Bonnet, known as the "Gentleman Pirate," initially joined forces with the notorious pirate Blackbeard in 1717. However, their partnership was short-lived due to contrasting personalities and leadership styles. Blackbeard, known for his ruthlessness and formidable presence, found Bonnet's refined demeanor and lack of experience incompatible with his own.
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