Example of a 17th Century Royal declaration to a ship's captain to commit acts of piracy against the British crown's enemies.
Pirates during this early golden age of piracy are given Royal approval so long as their spoils are shared with the crown. Featuring early example of sundial compass.
Size: 3600px × 5400px
Photo credit: © Adrian Buck / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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