Etienne Pellot
French corsair
About Etienne Pellot
Lived 1765 – 1856 (aged 90–91). Etienne Pellot was a French privateer.
Étienne Pellot "Montvieux", aka le Renard Basque (the Basque fox), (1 September 1765, Hendaye, France – 1856, Hendaye), was the last known French corsair, renowned for his bravery and success.
Some of his ships, notably Deux-Amis and , have gone down in corsair legend. He received the Légion d'honneur. Etienne Pellot died in Hendaye in 1856.
Every January, children dress up as corsairs and parade the streets of Hendaye to celebrate the return of Étienne Pellot, the last Basque corsair.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Etienne Pellot?
French corsair
When was Etienne Pellot born?
Etienne Pellot was born on 1 September 1765 in Hendaye.
When did Etienne Pellot die?
Etienne Pellot died in 1856 in Hendaye.
What was Etienne Pellot's occupation?
Etienne Pellot was a privateer.
What nationality was Etienne Pellot?
Etienne Pellot was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Etienne Pellot. https://biography.guide/etienne-pellot/
MLA: "Etienne Pellot." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/etienne-pellot/.
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