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Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship

February 22, 2009 – October 25, 2009 The Field Museum, Chicago, IL
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Sail with legendary pirate Sam Bellamy and his crew and learn the true story of the Whydah, from her historic transformation from slave ship to pirate ship to her final resting place on the ocean floor. One of the most advanced ships of her day, the Whydah sank in a storm in 1717 with bounty from more than 50 captured ships. Explore more than 200 artifacts, including cannons, swords, coins, gold and jewelry, recovered off the coast of Cape Cod from the first authenticated pirate ship discovered in U.S. waters.