Because of the island's hidden coves and the absence of European powers for centuries, Madagascar was once a secure sanctuary for hundreds of pirates. Captain James Misson allegedly established an anarchist colony (Libertatia) there in the late 17th century, whereas Ile Sainte-Marie, four miles off Madagascar's east coast, was simply referred to on maps as "the island of pirates" at the time. When they weren't robbing treasure, countless brigands, including Captain Kidd, found refuge there. Some are buried in the cemetery on the island.
Related Facts
It is a fallacy that adults require the same quantity of vitamin D.
Curtains and blinds from the past
Did you Know? Marvel's First Superhero
Skin cancer is more common among redheads.
Shower before your Gynecologist appointment.
Did you Know? About 6 people were killed in the original Tom Raider.
Did you Know? DC Was Almost Owned by Marvel
Your nails' ability to grow can be impacted by stress.
In the previous seven decades, about 90 different commercial airliners have gone missing.
Kimchi was once made without the chillies
There may be an endless number of worlds.
Even more "folded" than the human brain, the dolphin brain existed millions of years before
Dysania is the state of finding it hard to get out of bed in the morning
Asthma Is Not All Wheezing.
Did you Know? Humans and slugs have many characteristics.
Switzerland's meat is among the most expensive in the world.
Did you Know? Boys are more likely to be visual learners.
Urban Dictionary profits from its status as a slang haven.
Pigeons were maybe the first domesticated bird.
Both the beet and its greens are exceptionally good sources of manganese
Did you Know How old is the Black Widow??
Queen Victoria wasn’t supposed to be queen
One of lobsters claws may apply up to 100 pounds of pressure per square inch
Taiwan’s official title is the Republic of China (RoC)
Did you Know? Turkeys Were Once Worshipped as if they Were Gods