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June 20, 2026Common Knowledge

Pirate Enlightenment; or, The Real Libertalia

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PLPeter T. LeesonGeorge Mason University

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Speculative history reveals that pirate models influenced governance in Madagascar's Betsimisaraka Confederation, suggesting complexities beyond mere adoption.

Key Points

  • This work explores the historical connection between the Betsimisaraka Confederation and pirate governance, questioning the extent of adoption versus rejection of pirate political models.
  • Analyzed historical narratives and governance structures of the Betsimisaraka Confederation and their relationship with pirate traditions.
  • Compared governance features of Malagasy clans with those of pirate crews to identify similarities and differences.
  • Identified participatory decision-making and oath rituals as key aspects shared between the Confederation and pirate governance.
  • Noted significant differences in leadership structures and decision-making processes between the Confederation and pirate crews.

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Peter T. Leeson (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a362e1edb0793dc1a53602dhttps://doi.org/10.1215/0961754x-12264399
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