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Betwixt the Devil and the Black Flag

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Time 2h 39m

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18th-century drama historical navy piracy pirates sailing

"Fear not the sea, for those who are born to hang shall never drown" - Ancient Proverb

Based on the true story of the pirate Howell Davis, a sailor in the early 18th century  strongly opposed to the life of a pirate but finds himself between two evils and is forced to make a fateful decision.

I've always enjoyed writing and I have an interest in piracy so I decided to try to write a story.  I'm about 2/3 through and I'd like to start sharing it with others and see what they say.  Please feel free to add any comments.  I'd rather know what isn't good so I can become a better writer.  Thanks!All Rights Reserved

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