Are you a Pirate?
You Might Be A Pirate If...
Ahoy, be you a modern day pirate? Do you toss and turn in your hammock, wonderin' if you could be a pirate and not e'en realize it? Gar. Aye, e'en if you''e accepted your piracy and be just lookin' for a guide t' brin' a bit more buccaneer int' your life, this lens should help point your compass in the right direction! Batten down the hatches, we're off to sea! 1 How do you normally acquire software, music, or movies? 2 Do you wear pirate clothes on more than just formal occasions? 3 Do yo...

Jolly Rogers pirate flags -- fun, facts, and history
What is a Jolly Roger?
The Jolly Roger is a particular flag flown to identify a ship as a pirate ship. While the most common design is a skull and crossbones motif, a plain red flag was also used. This red flag was an indication that the sailors would neither give quarter nor expect it, and would fight to the death if they boarded a ship. The skull and crossbones design has been dated back to the late 1600s as many privateers changed to the more lucrative field of piracy. No single design was used; the image varie...

What be Talk Like a Pirate Day? Arrrr?
Pirates and pirate talk! Savy?
Pirates have attitude in their speaking! They're so bored at sea, day after day sailing on the open seas with nothing to see, but an occasional dolphin. Except... the excitement of running into their next victims. There's often fights and disputes among the blood thirsty pirates. Many a cap'n have to gain control with fear. Reminds me of that one pirate movie where the ship's cap'n and crew keeps a chang'n. So you want to learn how to talk like a pirate, keep to the code and follow the page d...

Pirates
Ahoy Mateys! A list of the most famous Pirates Ever for ye!
Avast!  These swashbuckling legends of old continue to command a romantic image of adventure, rebellion and lost treasure.  From Peter Pan and Captain Hook to Blackbeard and Captain Jack Sparrow, the difference between myth and legend becomes blurred as we dress up for Halloween in our best boots and hat.  Life for pirates was not easy, and often enough met a violent end, so catch up on all the famous pirate names and their ugly mugs caugh on pirate pictures.

Pirates
Useful snippets of information about piracy
There have been many pirate films and swashbuckler epics around since mankind discovered the moving pictures. Pirates have always had a touch of romance and adventure around them. If you are interested I have gathered some true facts about piracy and pirates, including some facts about the famous pirates of the Carribean. You will also find links to some of my t-shirt designs, perfect for Talk-like-a Pirate day!

Fun pirate party tips and ideas
Need ideas for a pirate themed party?
If so, you are in the right place! The popularity of pirates in recent movies has made it easy to find all the things needed to have the perfect pirate birthday or Halloween party. You can find everything from pirate cake pans to pirate party invitations to pirate party favours. Both kids and adults love pirate parties. They're fun and enjoyable for everyone!

Pirates in the News
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The current serious side of piracy is here. Modern day pirates in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean is deadly serious. Videos of current pirate activity will be posted here. Pirate movies and costume party masks and clothes have had a romantic history. We have included a pirates funny video with music for adults and children. The pirate themes of eye patches, sabres, sailing ships, and skull and crossbones are here on t-shirts, mugs, and tote bags.

Nautical pirate costume ideas and tips
A pirate's life for me!
With the popularity of recent feature films, pirate costumes are a top pick for Halloween and masquerade parties. The romance of life on the high seas (with none of the down sides like scurvy) can be yours by choosing a pirate costume. There are a wide variety of ways to personalize your look to create a unique pirate costume suitable for any costume event.

Pirates
My favorite book when I was five and six years old was "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson.  (See also my "Favorite Books and Authors" lens.) Since then, I've been happily watching pirate movies and finding books about pirates to read.  Below are a few of them.   

Pirates-Pillaging and Plundering the Seven Seas
Yar Shiver Me Timbers. Thar be pirate info here!
Piracy is a robbery committed at sea, or sometimes on the shore, by an agent without a commission from a sovereign nation.  The recent Pirates of the Carribean has brought back to popular culture the notoriety of pirates.