Panama sacked by Henry Morgan
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Panama sacked by Henry Morgan
Panama is sacked by Henry Morgan
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1670 Buccaneer Morgan Panama Pirate Sacked Siege Sieges Buccaneers
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Panama Sacked by Henry Morgan: A Historical Moment Frozen in Time This evocative image captures the chaotic aftermath of the siege of Panama City in 1670, as the buccaneer pirate, Henry Morgan, and his men triumphantly enter the plundered city. The central figure, Henry Morgan himself, is depicted in the foreground, clad in a coat and hat, brandishing a sword and gazing out at the destruction he and his men have wrought. The city, once a prosperous and vibrant center of trade and commerce in the Americas, lies in ruins behind him. The siege of Panama, which took place on January 27, 1670, was a significant event in the annals of pirate history. Led by Morgan, a notorious English pirate who had made a name for himself in the Caribbean, the buccaneers launched a surprise attack on the city, taking advantage of its weak defenses and catching the unsuspecting Spanish inhabitants off guard. The siege lasted for several days, during which the buccaneers plundered the city, destroying buildings, looting treasure, and taking prisoners. The Spanish, caught off guard and outnumbered, were unable to mount an effective defense. Once the city had been taken, Morgan and his men set fire to the remaining buildings, ensuring that the destruction would be complete. This image, taken from the extensive collection of historical prints at Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of the Americas. It serves as a reminder of the power and impact of piracy during this period, and the role that figures like Henry Morgan played in shaping the historical narrative of the New World.
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