lafitte

• Eigenname des französischen Piraten, der die Vereinigten Staaten während des Kriegs von 1812 unterstützte und später für seine kriminellen Aktivitäten offiziell begnadigt wurde (1780–1826).

A proper noun referring to a French pirate who assisted the United States during the War of 1812 and later received an official pardon for his criminal activities (1780–1826).

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1. Historical pirate figureB2formal

   A French privateer who assisted the United States during the War of 1812 and subsequently received an official pardon.

   Historische Piratenfigur

   • Jean Lafitte is known for his role in the Battle of New Orleans.
   • Lafitte's pirates operated from Barataria Bay in Louisiana.
   • Historians often debate the extent of Lafitte's involvement in the war.
   • The pirate captain Lafitte was granted a pardon by President Madison.