Join us at the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center for a special Blackbeard Presentation by Robert Jacob on Thursday, November 13 at 4 PM. This event is free, but RSVPs are required. Please call the Welcome Center at 252-728-5225 to reserve your spot.
Blackbeard: The True Story of the World’s Most Famous Pirate
Beaufort is the site of the sinking of Blackbeard’s ship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the most famous pirate vessel of all time. Dive into the depths of pirate history with author and pirate expert Robert Jacob, as he explores the captivating story of Blackbeard’s career.
Drawing from his award-winning book Blackbeard: The Truth Revealed, Jacob presents surprising truths based on original documentation from the archives of England, France, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. His talk uncovers many little-known facts about Blackbeard while also addressing myths and legends surrounding his treasure.
About the Speaker:
Robert Jacob’s passion for history earned him induction into the International Pirate Hall of Fame. His engaging presentations have been featured by community organizations, museums, and The History Channel. A retired US Marine Corps CWO5, Robert now lives in Palm Harbor, Florida.
While researching pirates, he discovered that much of the historical record was contradictory or inaccurate. His latest book, Blackbeard: The Truth Revealed, is widely regarded as the definitive work on the world’s most famous pirate.