Captain Raven (Youtube)
In this podcast, we bring you the compelling story of Stede Bonnet - a wealthy landowner turned pirate, whose misunderstood legacy lives on in the annals of pirate lore. From his birth in 1688 to his dramatic downfall, we explore the twists and turns of Bonnet's pirate career and his tumultuous relationship with the infamous Blackbeard, and his time aboard the Queen Anne's Revenge.
Stede Bonnet's story is a rich tapestry of ambition, adventure, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of the golden era of piracy. We'll take you on a journey through Bonnet's life, from his privileged upbringing on a Barbadian sugar dynasty to his daring decision to become a pirate in 1717.
What drove Bonnet to trade his comfortable life for the unpredictable and perilous seas? Was his alliance with Blackbeard a stroke of good luck or a ticking time bomb? And how did he navigate the complex political landscape of the time, as colonies waged war on piracy?
We will examine all these questions and more, sharing insights gleaned from our deep-dive into historical records, books, podcasts, and videos dedicated to piracy. A big shout-out to the historians who have made this fascinating story available to us all.
Captain Raven (Youtube)
In this podcast, we bring you the compelling story of Stede Bonnet - a wealthy landowner turned pirate, whose misunderstood legacy lives on in the annals of pirate lore. From his birth in 1688 to his dramatic downfall, we explore the twists and turns of Bonnet's pirate career and his tumultuous relationship with the infamous Blackbeard, and his time aboard the Queen Anne's Revenge.
Stede Bonnet's story is a rich tapestry of ambition, adventure, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of the golden era of piracy. We'll take you on a journey through Bonnet's life, from his privileged upbringing on a Barbadian sugar dynasty to his daring decision to become a pirate in 1717.
What drove Bonnet to trade his comfortable life for the unpredictable and perilous seas? Was his alliance with Blackbeard a stroke of good luck or a ticking time bomb? And how did he navigate the complex political landscape of the time, as colonies waged war on piracy?
We will examine all these questions and more, sharing insights gleaned from our deep-dive into historical records, books, podcasts, and videos dedicated to piracy. A big shout-out to the historians who have made this fascinating story available to us all.