A Mutiny at Sea
Henry Avery, born around 1659, was an English sailor who turned pirate in 1694. While serving as a first mate aboard the warship Charles II, Avery led a mutiny, taking control of the ship and renaming it Fancy. He and his crew set course for the Indian Ocean, seeking rich targets.
The Great Heist
In 1695, Avery’s Fancy joined a pirate fleet off the coast of Yemen. The fleet captured the Ganj-i-Sawai, a Mughal treasure ship returning from Mecca, loaded with gold, silver, and precious jewels. Avery’s share from the raid was enormous, making him one of the richest pirates of his time.
A Bounty on His Head
The capture of the Mughal ship angered the powerful Mughal Empire, leading to diplomatic pressure on the British government. A bounty was placed on Avery’s head, and he became one of the most wanted men in the world.
The Disappearance
Avery and his crew disappeared after their raid, and his fate remains unknown. Despite a global manhunt, Avery was never captured, and rumors spread that he had retired quietly, living off his fortune in secret.
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A Mutiny at Sea
Henry Avery, born around 1659, was an English sailor who turned pirate in 1694. While serving as a first mate aboard the warship Charles II, Avery led a mutiny, taking control of the ship and renaming it Fancy. He… pic.twitter.com/d7yFdjn3QZ— Detective Tiger's Stories (@TBBOB2) August 30, 2024