Synopsis

Bold, cunning, and audacious, pirates represent a lineage of fighting men and women who have haunted the high seas since before history was written down. At the peak of their power in the 1700s, they exerted a tangible influence on the fate of nations as they became entangled in the rivalry between England and Spain. This exploration will encompass visits to maritime museums and shipwreck sites, alongside demonstrations—featuring movement and explanation—of firearms, swords, and navigation instr