Andrew Barton (privateer)
Sir Andrew Barton (c. 1466 – 2 August 1511) was a Scottish sailor from Leith. He gained notoriety as a privateer, making raids against Portuguese ships. He was killed in battle and memorialised in English and Scottish folk songs.
Sir Andrew Barton | |
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| Born | c. 1466 Leith, Scotland |
| Died | 2 August 1511 Off Kent, England |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Occupation(s) | Sailor, Privateer |
| Known for | Raids against Portuguese ships; subject of traditional folk songs |
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