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Legends 8: Pirate Legends
Aug 21, 2023
Explore the romanticized image and darker reality of pirates, including the story of Captain John Quelch and his crew targeting Portuguese vessels. Discover a woman's out-of-body experience and how pirate legends often have a nugget of truth. Hear about a quest to dig up a protected pirate treasure chest that takes a dangerous turn.
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- Pirates in the 17th and 18th centuries were often criminals who faced serious consequences such as arrest and execution for their actions.
- The legendary figure Ocean-Born Mary, despite ghost stories and rumors, has no evidence linking her to piracy and the supposed hauntings.
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Tales of Pirates and Buried Treasure
Pirates may be romanticized, but they were hardened criminals in the 17th and 18th centuries. They left behind legacies of treasures, but also suffered serious consequences and were often arrested and hanged for their crimes.
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