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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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