Pirate swords and weapons

[Rick]

As a personal aside, seeing as how I've rubbed elbows with many of the principals involved in the Whidah Galley project in our local watering holes .

Before we get too far with Mr. Clifford might I recommend a read:

Walking The Plank by Stephen Kiesling ( ISBN 0-9638461-5-9 ) for another perspective on this controversial Gentleman and his discoveries .

[Jim McDougall]

Thanks for the heads up Rick. Don't know much about him except the "Whydah" . Much like many intense and professional fields, that of archaeology, and in this case nautical archaeology, there are tremendous politics and personalities issues it seems.
I had the opportunity for some one on one discussions with some of those involved with a number of shipwreck discoveries, and the extreme intensity became quite apparant.
I'll have to look into that book your recommend

All best regards,
Jim

[Rick]

It's a good read Jim, I'll lend you my copy if you'd like .
PM me .