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In Late June, a Pirate was Pardoned

Blackbeard had now left the scene of the disaster at Beaufort Inlet, along with the wreckage of his once proud flagship Queen Anne’s Revenge.

Artifact of the Month: Laces, Buckles, Bows, and Velcro

Conservation Highlights: Cleaning the Dishes

On This Day, the Fate of a Ship was Sealed

On or around June 10, 1718, Blackbeard lost his Queen Anne’s Revenge at Topsail Inlet, present-day Beaufort, NC.

Artifact of the Month: Bad Medicine

On This Day, Charleston was Besieged

On or about May 22, 1718, Blackbeard showed the world that he meant business, disrupting trade for a major colonial port and striking fear into the leadership of the colonies.

Artifact of the Month: Here, Catch This!

Conservation Highlights: Get the Lead Out

Conservation Highlights: Get Brassy With It

On This Day, a Pirate Showed His Strength

On April 12, 1718, Blackbeard made a dramatic show of his ferocity and tenacity as he climbed the ranks of legendary pirates.