This quiz tests Pirate Selector Charles Vane (died 1720) Had an uncanny ability to find rich treasures and he was also charismatic and a natural leader. Vane and his crew happened upon a French Man-O-War but Vane being the prudent man that he was, elected not to attack the well armed ship, figuring its plunder was not worth the risk. His crew was outraged by this act of cowardice and his position as captain was put to vote. Vane lost the vote and with his supporters was put in a small sloop and cast adrift. Later he assembled another crew. He was tried for piracy in 1720. Found guilty, Vane was hanged and his body hung in chains. History Knowledge Quizzes, Trivia, IQ Tests
This History IQ Quiz is based upon the selector Pirate Selector by Kramer. Test your knowledge of: Charles Vane (died 1720) Had an uncanny ability to find rich treasures and he was also charismatic and a natural leader. Vane and his crew happened upon a French Man-O-War but Vane being the prudent man that he was, elected not to attack the well armed ship, figuring its plunder was not worth the risk. His crew was outraged by this act of cowardice and his position as captain was put to vote. Vane lost the vote and with his supporters was put in a small sloop and cast adrift. Later he assembled another crew. He was tried for piracy in 1720. Found guilty, Vane was hanged and his body hung in chains.
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