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An Epic History Of Piracy On The Chesapeake Bay

Published: July 28, 2020, 3:22 p.m.

Throughout Maryland’s history, the Bay’s bounty -- and its access to transatlantic trade -- proved irresistible to pirates. In her book “Pirates of the Chesapeake Bay,” Jamie Goodall explores the role of these legendary rebels and describes the fine line between piracy and privateering.