Corsair Collection (page 18)

A formation of US Navy Vought Corsair biplanes

Vought V-90 Corsair two-place convertible land and seaplane
Vought V-90 Corsair two-place convertible landplane and seaplane

Vought V-80 Corsair single-seat biplane fighter

Drake, Sir Francis (1540-1596). English sailor and corsair. Etching

Pirate. Engraving. Figure of a buccaneer or corsair from the Antilles. Engraving. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Bombardment of Algiers by the Spansih fleet, commanded by Antonio Barcel󬠌 ieutenant General of the Army of His Catholic Majesty (1783-1784). Engraving. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Barbarossa, Khayr ad-D?n (1483-1546). Turkish sailor and pirate, one of the founders of Alger

CASSAR, Gerolamo (1520-1592). Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist. MALTA. Valletta. Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist. Interior

Drake, Sir Francis (1540-1596). English sailor and corsair. Painting

Steam yacht Corsair. Date c1881

Pirates: Jolly Roger Flag

Pirates attacking a merchant ship
Pirates sinking a merchant ship on the high seas. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Corsair at Drury Lane Theatre
Revival of the ballet The Corsair staged by Ferdinand Albert Decombe (known as Albert) at the Drury Lane Theatre in London. Mademoiselle Adele Dumilatre is shown in the role of Gulnare

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"Corsair: Legends of the Sea and Sky" Step back in time to the 1940s, where a Vought F4U Corsair dominates the skies with its sleek design and powerful engine. This iconic aircraft is not only a symbol of American military might but also evokes nostalgia for an era when pin-up girls adorned the noses of planes. Picture a stunning Navy pin-up girl striking a pose next to this vintage Corsair, capturing the spirit of adventure and freedom. But let's not forget that corsairs have been around long before World War II. In fact, they trace their roots back to notorious pirates like Blackbeard or Edward Teach, whose portrait reveals his fierce determination and rugged charm. Sir Henry Morgan was another legendary figure who recruited men for daring attacks, such as the infamous Panama raid in 1670. Fast forward to World War II again, where even submarines joined the ranks of corsairs. The Surcouf Submarine of the Free French Navy patrolled beneath enemy waters with stealth and precision. Its namesake Robert Surcouf, a French sailor turned corsair, exemplified bravery during boarding actions against English ships. Corsairs were not limited to men alone; Marie Read broke societal norms by becoming one of history's few female pirates hailing from London in the 18th century. Her audacity challenged gender roles on land and sea alike. Returning once more to aviation history, we encounter Goodyear FG-1 Corsair N4324 soaring through azure skies—a testament to technological advancements that pushed boundaries beyond imagination. And who could overlook Hayreddin Barbarossa? This Ottoman admiral commanded fleets with unparalleled skill during his reign from 1478-1546—his name forever synonymous with courage on turbulent seas. Lastly, we delve into modern times where Ling-Temco-Vought A-7D Corsair II aircraft continue their legacy as versatile war machines capable of striking targets with precision.