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How Did Duguay-Trouin, a Breton Privateer, Mark the Naval History of France?

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In the 17th and 18th centuries, maritime conflicts between European powers intensified, transforming the oceans into battlefields. In this context, the corsairs played a central role: private shipowners, they received a royal mandate to attack enemy ships. France, engaged in wars against England, the United Provinces or Portugal, made the race a major strategic tool. Saint-Malo, an active Breton port, became a pool of experienced sailors, some o…
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In the 17th and 18th centuries, maritime conflicts between European powers intensified, transforming the oceans into battlefields. In this context, the corsairs played a central role: private shipowners, they received a royal mandate to attack enemy ships. France, engaged in wars against England, the United Provinces or Portugal, made the race a major strategic tool. Saint-Malo, an active Breton port, became a pool of experienced sailors, some o…

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Science-et-vie.com broke the news in on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
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