Period of Piracy and Smuggling (jan 1, 1520 – jan 1, 1560)
Description:
East Coast pirates and smugglers operated easily due to the lack of naval defense, and the increase of conflict within coastal communities with the pirates devastated the regions. In 1555, a large group of pirates looted many cities and killed thousands.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1520
jan 1, 1560
~ 40 years