Henry Morgan

Pirate, Ship owner

1635 – 1688

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Who was Henry Morgan?

Sir Henry Morgan was a Welsh privateer, pirate and admiral of the English navy who made a name for himself during activities in the Caribbean, primarily raiding Spanish settlements. He earned a reputation as one of the most notorious and successful privateers in history, and one of the most ruthless among those active along the Spanish Main.

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Born
1635
Wales
Profession
Lived in
  • Monmouthshire
Died
Aug 25, 1688
Jamaica

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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