Since the early 18th century, one symbol has spelled terror for sailors the world over like no other. Although it most ...

As the years went on, pirates got more creative — meaning there was not one Jolly Roger but all sorts of variations for each vessel. Skeletons, hearts and hourglasses By the 18th century, the ...

Often, a Jolly Roger is seen as an emotional symbol, and what is symbolized is the journey and bond of a crew. The Davy Back Fight in the series symbolized the importance of the Jolly Roger.