Philip Roche
Pirate
About Philip Roche
Lived 1693 – 1723 (aged 29–30). Philip Roche was a pirate.
Philip Roche (c. 1693–1723) was an Irish pirate active in the seas of northern Europe, best known for murdering the crews and captains of ships he and his men took over.
History
Roche was involved in insurance scams, insuring ships then intentionally wrecking them, occasionally using the alias John Eustace. They debated where to sail next, including Newfoundland. Afraid of being discovered, they modified the ship's appearance, altered the ship's logbooks, and renamed it Mary before sailing to Rotterdam to sell its cargo.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Philip Roche?
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When was Philip Roche born?
Philip Roche was born in 1693.
When did Philip Roche die?
Philip Roche died on 5 August 1723.
What was Philip Roche's occupation?
Philip Roche was a pirate.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Philip Roche (pirate)
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