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Captain Henry Morgan sacks Puerto Principe, Cuba, 19th century (engraving)
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Captain Henry Morgan sacks Puerto Principe, Cuba, 19th century (engraving)
7337530 Captain Henry Morgan sacks Puerto Principe, Cuba, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: unknown
Pirate, privateer and buccaneer Henry Morgan sacks Puerto Principe in 1688, in search of Spanish gold and treasure. Morgan's men forced the town surrender by threatening to tear the women and children to pieces. Imprisoned in churches, the townspeople starved whilst the pirates pillages their possessions. Engraving from The Buccaneers of America : a true account of the most remarkable assaults committed... by Alexandre Olivier Exquemelin, London: Swan Sonnenschein & Co. 1893.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38516260
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This powerful engraving captures the brutal sack of Puerto Principe, Cuba by Captain Henry Morgan in the 19th century. Known for his piracy and privateering, Morgan led his men on a quest for Spanish gold and treasure, resorting to extreme measures to achieve their goals. The town was forced to surrender under threat of violence towards women and children, who were imprisoned in churches while the pirates ransacked their possessions.
The scene depicted is one of chaos and conflict, with smoke rising from firearms as the battle rages on. The engraving brings to life the intense confrontation between Morgan's crew and the townspeople, highlighting the brutality of warfare during this period.
This historical image serves as a reminder of the darker side of human nature, showcasing the lengths that some will go to in pursuit of wealth and power. It is a stark portrayal of violence and greed in a time when piracy reigned supreme on the high seas.
Through this print, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the devastation wrought by Captain Henry Morgan and his band of buccaneers as they pillaged Puerto Principe in search of riches.
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