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53. Barbary Corsairs: Raiding the British isles

Empire

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Unveiling the Barbary Connections

This chapter explores the historical ties between Elizabethan England and the Barbary states, focusing on Algeria and Morocco in the late 16th century. It addresses misconceptions about the term 'Barbary,' the influence of the Ottomans, and the diverse communities labeled as 'Moors' in European narratives.

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