Calico Jack
English pirate
John Rackham, commonly known as Calico Jack, was an English pirate captain operating in the Bahamas and in Cuba during the early 18th century. His nickname was derived from the calico clothing that he wore, while Jack is a nickname for "John".... Wikipedia
Born: December 26, 1682, Bristol, United Kingdom
Died: November 18, 1720 (age 37 years), Port Royal
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John Calico Jack Rackham redefined the art of piracy. His career began under Captain Charles Vane, until Jack staged a mutiny and took control, destined for ...
John Rackham, also known as “Calico Jack," was an English pirate known for his design of the Jolly Roger flag and his notorious female crew members.
The capture of John "Calico Jack" Rackham was a single-ship action fought between English pirate Calico Jack and British privateer Jonathan Barnet.