Bartholomew Roberts, Welsh welsh pirate, known for welsh pirate, died on 1722-02-10. Bartholomew Roberts (17 May 1682 – 10 February 1722), born John Roberts, was a Welsh pirate who was, measured by vessels captured, the most successful pirate of the Golden Age of Piracy. During his piratical career, he took over 400 prize ships, although most were mere fishing boats.
Bartholomew Roberts dies
Bartholomew Roberts, Welsh welsh pirate, known for welsh pirate, died on 1722-02-10.
Historical Significance
Bartholomew Roberts is Welsh pirate.
Key People
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- What happened on February 10, 1722?
- Bartholomew Roberts, Welsh welsh pirate, known for welsh pirate, died on 1722-02-10. Bartholomew Roberts (17 May 1682 – 10 February 1722), born John Roberts, was a Welsh pirate who was, measured by vessels captured, the most successful pirate of the Golden Age of Piracy. During his piratical career, he took over 400 prize ships, although most were mere fishing boats.
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- Bartholomew Roberts is Welsh pirate.
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