| http://www.w3.org/ns/prov#value | - Pirates such as Edward Blackbeard Teach, Calico Jack Rackham, Mary Read and Cofresi attacked heavily laden trading ships, taking advantage of the political vacuum and a secluded coastline perfect for ambushes.As the age of empire took hold and naval forces were deployed to impose order on the high seas, piracy lost its vigor; now, with imperial decline, it is regaining strength.
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