Why did Blackbeard tie lit fuses under his hat?
To keep his hat in place
As a fashion statement
To light his way in the dark
To frighten his enemies
Answer
To intimidate adversaries, Blackbeard tied lit fuses beneath his hat. Ferocious pirates like him cultivated a larger-than-life, sinister image, and such acts amplified the fear they inspired among adversaries, contributing to their mystique and authority as formidable characters whose boldness extended even to daring displays like this.
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