laffite

• Имя собственное, относящееся к французскому пирату, который помогал Соединённым Штатам во время войны 1812 года и позже получил официальное помилование за свои преступления (1780–1826).

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

uncountable · proper noun

1. Historical figureC1formal

   A French pirate and privateer who assisted the United States during the War of 1812 and was later granted a formal pardon for his illegal activities.

   Историческая личность

   • Laffite played a key role in the Battle of New Orleans.
   • The pirate Laffite was known for his smuggling operations in the Gulf of Mexico.
   • After receiving a pardon, Laffite briefly lived a lawful life.