1711 in piracy

1711 in piracy

"See also:"
1710 in piracy,
other events of 1711,
1712 in piracy and the
list of 'years of Piracy'.----

Events

Europe

*October 14 - Woodes Rogers returns to England after a successful round-the-world privateering cruise against Spain, carrying loot worth ₤150,000. Broils with the Admiralty courts delay distribution of the treasure.

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