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for "Blackbeard, d. 1718"
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13997
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Outstanding among the Carolina pirates were Edward Teach and Stede Bonnet. They played havoc with shipping off the North Carolina coast until finally captured.
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14461
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Edward Teach was one of the most desperate characters ever to live in North Carolina, and in his piracy on the high seas he defied both the Colonists and England.
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15214
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The notorious pirate Edward Teach, aka Blackbeard, was regarded as the Nation's No. 1 enemy, but his capture and death were considered extraordinary. It took five pistol balls and 20 sword cuts to bring the savage man to his death. His head was subsequently cut off and hung on a bowsprit, while his body was tossed unceremoniously overboard.
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22635
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The flagship of the pirate Blackbeard, Queen Anne's Revenge, was sunk near Beaufort Inlet in 1718. At the old Voice of America site northwest of Greenville the state operates a conservation lab that is currently preserving artifacts found at the wreck of the famous ship.
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23357
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Blackbeard had many connections in eastern North Carolina and supposedly had houses near Bath, Beaufort, Ocracoke Island, and Holiday's Island, as well as a lookout near Grimesland.
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23379
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Blackbeard has many connections with eastern North Carolina. He supposedly had houses near Bath, Beaufort, Ocracoke Island, and Holiday’s Island, as well as a lookout near Grimesland. According to Capt. Charles Johnson, the author of “A General Historie of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates,” Blackbeard’s name was Edward Teach and he was born in Bristol, England. He sailed with Capt. Benjamin Hornigold in 1717 until he was given his on ship, the La Concorde, which he renamed “Queen Anne’s Revenge.” Blackbeard later teamed up with the gentleman pirate, Stede Bonnet. They blockaded Charleston, SC in May 1718 for medical supplies. The Queen Anne’s Revenge ran aground while headed towards Beaufort, NC. Blackbeard and his crew accepted the Royal pardon for piracy, but continued to take ships. Governor Alexander Spotswood of Virginia offered a 100 pound reward for the capture of Blackbeard, dead or alive in November 1718. Blackbeard was captured and killed by Lt. Robert Maynard in November 1718.
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23503
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A family tradition concerning an encounter with Blackbeard was told by Wilbur C. Ormond of Charlotte, NC. Ormond is a descendant of a Mr. Laughinghouse, who supposedly was visited by Blackbeard and drew swords with him. An excellent swordsman, Laughinghouse was asked to join Blackbeard's crew. Mr. Laughinghouse politely refused, saying that he intended to live in Bath and start his family there.
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24760
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Blackbeard’s mysterious background has puzzled historians for centuries, but local historian, Baylus Brooks believe he has uncovered important facts to help solve this mystery. His findings reveal information about Blackbeard’s family and his life before he became a privateer.
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24804
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Blackbeard is one of the most famous pirates in history, but much of his past is shrouded in mystery. History student and author, Baylus Brooks argues that contrary to popular belief, Blackbeard was not a ruthless pirate, but rather his actions were much milder than previously thought. He reveals new information about the identity of Blackbeard, his genealogical history, and his motivations for acts of piracy.
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North Carolina Historical Review
(NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 92 Issue 3, July 2015,
p235-277, il, map, f
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30752
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The shipwreck in Beaufort inlet believed to be one of Blackbeard’s ships, the Queen Anne’s Revenge, continues to be surveyed and excavated. Current magnetometer surveys of a thirty by fifty foot section of the site reveals what could be an additional cannon in an area where four have already been recovered. This would be the nineteenth cannon found from this site so far.
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30986
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Widely considered the most feared of pirates during the Golden Age of Piracy (1660s to 1720s), Black Beard’s supposed adventures and behavior have thrilled people, but many of the stories are exaggerated or wrong. Kevin Duffus, a journalist in Raleigh, researched and published a book that examines and sets straight the legends associated with Black Beard. Duffus reveals details of Black Beard’s life in North Carolina, and what actually happened during his final six months as a pirate.
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35133
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The author composed this ballad about how the island of Ocracoke got its name from legends told to her as she was en route to the island, having to do with the infamous pirate Blackbeard.
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North Carolina Folklore Journal
(NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 4 Issue 2, Dec 1956,
p19-21
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35156
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Two stories centering on Edward Teach, or Blackbeard’s, time in North Carolina. One is about his time in Bath, and the other is the legend of him burying a chest of money.
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North Carolina Folklore Journal
(NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 6 Issue 1, July 1958,
p21-22
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35509
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More than the end of a man’s life happened on November 22, 1718, according to the author. With the death of Edward Teach, better known as Blackbeard, the golden age of piracy in the New World effectively came to an end. Highlighted in this chronicle were people who played an instrumental role, notably Governor Spotswood of Virginia, and the events from June through November that led to the end for this famous pirate.
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35668
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According to his family, an ancestor of the author had a run-in with the infamous pirate Blackbeard. Apparently the two men showed off their skills with swordplay, and parted ways amicably.
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North Carolina Folklore Journal
(NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 22 Issue 3, Aug 1974,
p109-111
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