(Un) Known pirates and criminals of the seas
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Leonard Vicary *1540?? - +1578?? English officer and pirate. He was a student of law.

He was a member of the Francis Drake's crew since 1560 and he participated in all his journeys in the Caribbean. Together, they pillaged many Spanish ships, towns and villages.

He was also on the GOLDEN HIND (PELICAN) ship of Vice-Admiral Francis Drake on a journey around the world.

During a journey to the South Atlantic there was a conflict between Francis Drake and Thomas Doughty.

Near the Magalhães Strait, the fleet was docked at Puerto San Julian in June 1578. Here was a trial with Thomas Doughty, where Francis Drake accused him of a rebellion. A jury composed of the crew, including Doughty's followers, decided about the result. Only Leonard Vicary voted for his rescue. On July 2nd, 1578, Thomas Doughty was executed. See Peter Carder.

Texts: P. Patočka, P. Steinhardt, H. Prien
Proofreading: Ali
Translation: S. Harasimová
Graphic design: M. Gorejová
Updated: September 24, 2020
Sources: see ZDROJE