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Rhode Island Pirates: A History
Wednesday, August 12, 2026Time TBA
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This presentation explains the history of the pirates and pirate hunters of Rhode Island during the Golden Age of Piracy. Topics discussed are why people became pirates, how pirate ships were run, weapons and tactics used, politics of the pirates, the government’s role in supporting and suppressing piracy, and how piracy ended. Welcome aboard as we discuss this hidden part of Rhode Island’s history!
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