Pirate historian and enthusiast Captain Marrow joins me to talk all things Blackbeard.Blackbeard, whose real name is thought to be Edward Teach, was one of the most infamous and feared pirates of the Golden Age of Piracy in the early 18th century. He was known for his imposing appearance, with a long black beard and slow-match fuses burning under his hat, creating a terrifying image. Blackbeard's piracy career was marked by acts of violence and intimidation, and he met his end in a dramatic battle with British naval forces off the coast of North Carolina in 1718.
Original theme music by
Sean Sigfried.
Subscribe to Into History for ad-free listening, early access, bonus content, exclusive events, and access to hundreds of episodesof history podcasts.
intohistory.com/shipwreckspod.
For photos, links, and sources, please visit this episode's show page at
https://shipwrecksandseadogs.com/blog/2023/09/17/blackbeard-queen-annes-revenge/.