Liberty Chronicles, Episode 18; Hanging John Gow, Conquering Madagascar
Channel: Libertarianism.org
Date: 2017-08-29

The Golden Age of Piracy, begs the question: Who among you would turn down the opportunity to play Master to a small continent? Would you submit passively to be dominated by the world? Would we respect the lives and liberties of those weaker than ourselves, or would we, too, given the right opportunities, proclaim ourselves King? 

Further Readings/References:
Rediker, Marcus. Villains of All Nations: Atlantic Pirates in the Golden Age. Boston: Beacon Press. 2004.
“The Saga of Pirate Captain John Gow”
“From Pirate to Tyrant: John Plantain, King of Madagascar”

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