A team of experts is trying to identify the remains of at least six pirates found in an 18th century shipwreck off the coast of Mass.
Led by captain Samuel "Black Sam" Bellamy, the Whydah sank in 1717. The team hopes DNA testing will help identify some of the pirates so their remains can be turned over to their descendants.
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How did they discover that they were pirates? Did they die with parrots on their shoulders or something?
coincidentally every one had a patch over one eye and a wooden leg. Two with a hook for a hand. It’s the most amazing find.
They had to eat the Parrots for sustenance weeks prior
We regret to inform you that your great great great great errr…. great Grandfather has passed away. You have my deepest condolences…..