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What was Henry Morgan's profession?

  • Fisherman

  • Privateer

  • Merchant

  • Blacksmith

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Henry Morgan, the notorious Welsh privateer, gained prominence during the 17th century as a leader of buccaneers, those daring individuals who engaged in piracy and raiding against Spanish territories in the Caribbean. Operating under the guise of privateering, Morgan and his crew targeted Spanish ships and settlements, capturing valuable plunder and becoming legendary figures in the annals of piracy during that era.
Hail to the Pirate: Exploring the Legend of Henry Morgan

Hail to the Pirate: Exploring the Legend of Henry Morgan

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