Jean lafitte

The ghost of Jean Lafitte is said to haunt Galveston Island. In this article we dig into the history of Jean Lafitte and why he may be haunting Galveston.

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“The Journal of Jean Laffite” is a historical manuscript that surfaced in 1948 when John Andrechyne Laflin presented it to the Missouri Historical Society. He claimed that it was a jour…

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X marks the spot for pirate adventures on the Texas coastline. The infamous pirate Jean Lafitte sailed the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the Laguna Madre. He made a home for himself on Galvesto…

Explore the fascinating history of Cat Island, a barrier island off Mississippi's coast, known for its scenic views and historical significance.

The King of Barataria Bay Privateer or Pirate QUOTE WIKIPEDIA: Jean Lafitte (ca. 1776 – ca. 1823) was a French pirate and privateer in the Gulf of Mexico in the early 19th century. He and his elder brother, Pierre, spelled their last name Laffite, but English-language documents of the time used Lafitte, and this is...

Jean Lafitte National Park is a perfect way to visit a New Orleans swamp independently. The park is a gorgeous place for walking and wildlife spotting.

The polemical pirate spent only three years on Galveston Island but left a lasting impression