One of two surviving authentic ‘Jolly Roger’ flags. Dating from the 18th century, this one has a red background to signify that no lives would be spared if an enemy ship was captured.
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One of two surviving authentic ‘Jolly Roger’ flags. Dating from the 18th century, this one has a red background to signify that no lives would be spared if an enemy ship was captured.