Colonial-era pirate captain Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Monday, December 15, 2025 · 12-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, December 15, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 15, 2025 · 12-Down · 4 letters
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Scottish sea captain who was hired to protect British shipping in the Indian Ocean and then was accused of piracy and hanged (1645-1701)
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