Did Pirates Really Make You Walk the Plank? Truth Revealed

Did pirates really force captives to walk the plank, or is it a Hollywood myth? Uncover the truth in this 30-minute history lesson exploring the Golden Age of Piracy (1650–1730). We dive into the origins of the walking-the-plank trope in fiction like Treasure Island and Peter Pan, examine rare historical cases, and reveal brutal real pirate punishments like keelhauling and marooning. With stunning history-book-style art of pirate ships at sea, this video separates fact from legend. Subscribe for more history deep dives, like, and comment with your thoughts!

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