“Privateer or corsair used similar methods to a pirate, but acted under orders of the state while in possession of a commission.”

Famous Pirates: “Klaus Störtebeker (1360–1401) – A German pirate and one of the leaders of the Likedeelers.”

Famous Pirates: “Sir Francis Drake (1540–1596) – Known as “el Draque”, was an Elizabethan corsair who raided Spanish merchant shipping on behalf of Queen Elizabeth I.”

Famous Pirates: “Blackbeard – Edward Teach (1680–1718) – With his fearsome appearance, Blackbeard is often credited with the creation of the stereotypical image of a pirate.”

FetishPop! notes: “Be your own captain.”

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