All Episodes - Story of the Barbary Corsairs (Version 2)

Dive into the thrilling and gritty world of the Barbary corsairs, the notorious Ottoman and Berber pirates who wreaked havoc from the shores of North Africa. In this engaging episode, Kelley and Lane-Poole unravel the myth surrounding these infamous sea villains, with a particular focus on the legendary Barbarossa. Discover the factors that fueled the rise of the Knights Templar and explore the colonial ambitions of England and France in Africa. This is not just a tale of piracy; its a captivating glimpse into a turbulent era that shaped the Mediterranean and beyond.

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