Articles related to "Port Royal"

Destroyed at the peak of its prosperity by an earthquake, parts of sevententh century Port Royal remain preserved under the sea.

Pirates, in the Elizabethan Era, had been profitable and glamorous people. However, that changed with the change in rulers.

The so-called Golden Age of Piracy is symbolized by the victory and also downfall of Sir Henry Morgan.

In Europe, after the death of King Charles II of Spain, Louis XIV puts Philip, his grandson, on the throne. This started a war in Europe and in the American colonies.

The Pirates of the Caribbean films show that lawless pirates felt a need for laws. One such film from Hollywood's Golden years is Captain Blood with Errol Flynn.

Work and philosophy of French Antoine Arnauld, famous for The Art of Thinking or The Logic. Leading intellectual of the Port-Royal.

Belgium, though tiny, has conquered the world through her Master Chocolatiers and their pralines, seashells, pâtisseries, filled chocolate bars, spreads and other savours

Pedal power touring in Naples Florida. Jump on a bike and gently cruise around this world class destination from the bay to the beach

Captain Morgan was a ruthless privateer and ingenious naval strategist who eventually settled down to a knighted life of ease and wealth as deputy governor of Jamaica.

Who can claim the first Thanksgiving? Taking seriously the nature of the holiday as a harvest feast disqualifies the Canadian "Frobisher Thanksgiving" of 1578.

Caribbean UNESCO World Heritage Sites are a mix of cultural, natural landmarks and historical relics all paying homage to the region's eclectic past.

Morgan's pirating career winds down. A title and post as lieutenant governor is conferred upon him. Now wealthy, he is one of the few pirates who ends up retiring.

Biography of dramatist and poet Jean Racine, considered the greatest French tragedian, along with Pierre Corneille.

A guide to the plantations of Hilton Head Island, with hotel and activity information.

This SC region is noted for its colorful community and culture. The area has seen many changes, but it is still a favorite setting for recreation, resting and writing.

Captain Blood, Charge of the Light Brigade, Robin Hood, and Four's a Crowd pair Errol Flynn and Olivia de Havilland together for the first four of their eight films.

Dr.Samuel Mudd of Maryland, was accused of setting the broken leg of Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth, of the famous acting dynasty...thus contributing to treason.

Named one of the country's top 10 family beaches by MSN.com, Hilton Head Island attracts families not only for its sandy beach, but its myriad of other activities.

Henry Morgan was perhaps the most successful buccaneer. Here we explore some of his adventures and the man behind the myth.

Fun things to do on vacation on Hilton Head Island.

Information on the Hilton Head Island beach, including regulations and access points.

During Hollywood's Golden Age of the 1930s and 1940s, two sisters starred in two different pirate films: Captain Blood and Frenchman's Creek.

Follow this list for Jamaica attractions between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios that are perfect for family friendly travel destinations.

RER Line B trains provide fast, cheap transportation to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) while TGV trains run from Lille, Lyon, Reims, Strasbourg, and Disneyland.

When Pennsylvania and Maryland were given to Penn and Calvert there were no natural boundaries except the Delaware Bay to the east. This was a problem for the owners.

Harriet Tubman is one of the most prominent African-American figures. The leader of the Underground Railroad, she aided many slaves in escaping to freedom.

Morgan made his name plundering the Spanish Caribbean colonies on behalf of the English crown, while pocketing more than one or two pieces of eight for his trouble.