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Tortuga, Haiti: The Birthplace of the Caribbean Pirate Republic

Explore Tortuga, Haiti—the real-life pirate republic that birthed the Brethren of the Coast. Discover how this small Caribbean island became the headquarters of legendary pirates like Henry Morgan and François l'Olonnais, and how its lawless society shaped the golden age of piracy.

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Tortuga, Haiti: The Birthplace of the Caribbean Pirate Republic

Haiti

The world’s first Black republic, forged in revolution. Discover the mountaintop fortress of Citadelle Laferrière, the ruins of Sans-Souci Palace, and a history of resilience against the odds.
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