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Pirates of New England

Pirates of New England

Welcome aboard for the discussion Heroes & Headaches: New England´s Story of Piracy at Home and Abroad! Luca Rebussini, aka The R.I. Pirate Guy, will explain the history of the pirates and pirate hunters of New England during the Golden Age of Piracy. We'll explore why people became pirates, how pirate ships were run, weapons and tactics used, politics of the pirates, the government, and of the colonies, as well as how piracy ended. 

Registration required.

Sponsored by The Friends of the Cheshire Library.

Date:
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Time:
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location:
Mary Baldwin Room, Main Level
Categories:
Adult

Registration is required. There are 74 seats available.

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