The Golden Age of Piracy

This chapter delves into the history of piracy from 1670 to 1730, focusing on influential pirate leaders and the geographic advantages that supported their illicit activities. It examines the life of Captain Kidd and how the end of the War of Spanish Succession led to a rise in infamous figures like Blackbeard and their ruthless tactics. Through misconceptions and motivations, the chapter reveals how piracy transformed from organized privateering into a notorious phenomenon against a backdrop of colonial rivalries.