Episode 2 of 2

Execution in Port Royal

When
18 November 1720
Where
Execution site
Part of
Trial and Execution of Calico Jack

Rackham was hanged in Port Royal on 18 November 1720.

Following his conviction in Spanish Town, Rackham was transferred to Port Royal for execution. He was hanged on 18 November 1720, marking the end of his brief pirate career.

Sources

  1. John Rackham Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17

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