Military & Wars - The Eighth Flag: Cannibals. Conquistadors. Buccaneers. PIRATES. The untold story of the Caribbean and the mystery of St. Croix's Pirate Legacy, 1493-1750

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The Eighth Flag: Cannibals. Conquistadors. Buccaneers. PIRATES. The untold story of the Caribbean and the mystery of St. Croix's Pirate Legacy, 1493-1750

Name: The Eighth Flag: Cannibals. Conquistadors. Buccaneers. PIRATES. The untold story of the Caribbean and the mystery of St. Croix's Pirate Legacy, 1493-1750
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Book Synopsis: Cannibals. Conquistadors. Buccaneers. Pirates. Visions of cartoon characters dancing around a cauldron with an explorer tied inside.Balboa gazing on the Pacific Ocean. De Leon and the fountain of youth. Pizarro conquering the Incas. Henry Morgan, in red, drinking spiced rum. Smoke curling around Blackbeard as his cutlass slashes through the air. … all children's tales that mean nothing. Today, we do not know who any of these people were, how they came to do what they did, or why they did it. The struggle for power, freedom, and wealth that shaped the Caribbean for two and a half centuries has, since John Barrie created Peter Pan, been relegated to the same literary section as Barney the Dinosaur; yet, underneath the soil of the modern world, the roots are still there. I started pulling them up on St. Croix, and the roots led to more roots, and more. Islands connected, nations connected, and legends came to life. Officially, St. Croix has flown seven flags over the last 500 years. Before the American flag and the Danebrog, the Spanish came for gold, the Dutch to trade, the English to raid, and the Knights of St. John to be in charge. The French built a colony only to watch it die of fever. During all of those years, Pirates, Conquistadors, Freebooters, Filibustiers, Corsairs, Buccaneers -whatever you call them- ruled the Caribbean and called St. Croix home, stealing at sea whether they had 'permission' to do so or not, and paying no attention at all to whatever European flag was flying. It is time to recognize our eighth flag. It was black. This is the untold story of St. Croix and a Caribbean long forgotten. Come. Sail with me.

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Experience the untold story of the Caribbean and uncover the mysterious pirate legacy of St. Croix in "The Eighth Flag: Cannibals. Conquistadors. Buccaneers. PIRATES." This captivating book takes you on a thrilling journey through the hidden history of the infamous pirates who ruled the Caribbean from 1493 to 1750.

Forget the cartoon images of pirates you've seen - this book unveils the truth behind these legendary figures, delving into their motivations, actions, and the gripping struggles for power, freedom, and wealth that shaped the Caribbean for two and a half centuries. Join Balboa, De Leon, Pizarro, Morgan, and Blackbeard as their stories become vivid tales filled with excitement, danger, and adventure.

Unlike typical children's tales, "The Eighth Flag" brings an adult perspective by connecting the dots between historical events and the modern world. The author, who began uncovering the roots of this captivating history on St. Croix, takes you on a captivating journey that unveils hidden connections between islands, nations, and legendary figures. These roots run deep beneath the soil, waiting to be brought to light.

Discover St. Croix's tumultuous past, where seven different flags flew before the American flag and the Danebrog. Spanish conquistadors came seeking gold, the Dutch arrived for trade, the English raided, and the Knights of St. John asserted their authority. Amidst this constant turmoil, pirates thrived, defying European flags and stealing at sea without permission. Now, it's time to honor the eighth flag - the black flag of the pirates.

Don't miss out on this captivating journey into the forgotten Caribbean. Join us as we sail through the pages of "The Eighth Flag" and unearth the hidden stories that shaped history. Experience the thrill of the seas, the triumphs of the pirates, and the legacy they left behind. Get your copy today and set sail on an adventure like no other.

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