Sea Adventure: The buccaneers at Porto Bello (colour litho)

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Sea Adventure: The buccaneers at Porto Bello (colour litho)

8668732 Sea Adventure: The buccaneers at Porto Bello (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The buccaneers at Porto Bello. Originally a buccaneer was one who dried and smoked meat in Indian fashion on a boucan, a kind of hurdle. The name buccaneer was subsequently given to European adventurers who thus prepared their meat, and went sea-roving against the Spaniards in the Caribbean Sea. Of the wealthy Spanish settlements, Porto Bello was the most tempting. Henry Morgan, who died a knight and Governor of Jamaica, laid the foundation of his fame and fortune there in 1668. Learning that an expedition against Jamaica was being fitted out at Porto Bello, he attacked against huge odds, the gallantry of his little band being equalled only by their cruelty. the proposed invasion was wrecked, and a huge booty captured. Illustration for one of a set of 50 cigarette cards on the subject of Sea Adventure, issued by Hignett Brothers in 1939.); © Look and Learn

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This vibrant colour lithograph captures the daring spirit of the buccaneers at Porto Bello, a scene filled with adventure and intrigue. The English School artist brings to life the story of Henry Morgan and his band of sea-roving adventurers as they launch a bold attack against the wealthy Spanish settlement in 1668. The buccaneers, known for their ruthless tactics and fearless nature, are depicted in action as they face off against huge odds in their quest for riches. The gallantry of these swashbuckling figures is matched only by their cruelty, making them formidable foes on the high seas. Porto Bello was a tempting target for these European adventurers, offering untold treasures waiting to be plundered. Henry Morgan's successful raid not only secured his fame and fortune but also thwarted a planned invasion against Jamaica. This print is part of a series of cigarette cards on Sea Adventure issued by Hignett Brothers in 1939, capturing moments of maritime history and heroism. The detailed illustration invites viewers to step into this thrilling world of pirates and privateers, where danger lurks around every corner and fortunes are won or lost with each daring escapade.

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