“Charles Gibbs”
Description
The pirate admits, "No pity have I ever shown, Lord, who would pity me, But here I lie and long to die." He tells of his adventures with his "bloody knife."
Notes
A native of Rhode Island, Charles Gibbs served in the War of 1812, then turned Argentine privateer and, eventually, pirate. He quickly became notorious for his brutality, and serious efforts were made to capture him. An attempt in 1821 failed, but he was taken and hanged in 1831. If the stories of his torture and rape of those he captured are true, the punishment probably was deserved. - RBW
Historical references
- 1831 - Death of Charles Gibbs
References
- Chappell-FSRA 28, "Charles Gibbs" (1 fragment)
- Roud #16892
- BI, CFRA028