1692 in piracy

1692 in piracy

"See also" 1691 in piracy, other events in 1692, 1693 in piracy, and Timeline of piracy.

Events

Caribbean

*June 7 - An earthquake and resulting tsunami devastate Port Royal, Jamaica, a major buccaneer base.

North America

*December - Thomas Tew obtains letter of marque from governor of Bermuda.

Births

* Ingela Gathenhielm

Deaths


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