“The Pirate of the Isles”

Description

"I command a steady band Of pirates so bold and free." The pirate rejoices at being ruler of his ship and men. He tells of his joy in the sea. At last, however, he is overtaken by a warship. Hit by a cannonball, he is dying. His crew surrenders

Broadsides

• Murray, Mu23-y4:026, "The Pirate of the Isles," unknown, 19C

References

1. Harlow, pp. 172-174, "The Pirate of the Isle" (1 text, 1 tune)
2. Huntington-Whalemen, pp. 74-77, "The Pirate of the Isles" (1 text, 1 tune)
3. Roud #2024
4. BI, SWMS074