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Jolly Roger is the traditional English name for the naval ensign flown to identify a pirate ship preceding or during an attack, during the early 18th century (the latter part of the Golden Age of Piracy).
Dec 12, 2022 · Learn about the origin, meaning and variations of the Jolly Roger flag, a symbol of the golden age of piracy in the Caribbean. Discover how pirates used different flags to communicate, intimidate and negotiate with their prey.
Aug 18, 2021 · The Jolly Roger with its white skull and crossbones set against a black background has become a rather jovial part of pirate folklore but, in its day, this flag and others with similar blood-curdling designs, had a single and terrifying purpose.
- Mark Cartwright
Aug 23, 2022 · Learn about the skull and crossbones flag used by pirates, its possible origins, and how it evolved over time. Discover the different kinds of Jolly Roger flags and their meanings, and how they are used today.
- Kaleena Fraga
Sep 8, 2020 · The most commonly recognized symbol of piracy is the black flag with the skull and crossbones design – the infamous Jolly Roger.
May 20, 2021 · Learn about the history and hypotheses of the famous black flag with a skull and crossbones, also known as the Jolly Roger. Discover how pirates used it to intimidate their enemies and what it meant for them.
Nov 27, 2016 · Learn how the term "Jolly Roger" became associated with pirate flags and their symbols of death and resistance. Discover the origins, meanings and examples of different types of Jolly Roger flags used by famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Calico Jack and Edward England.
