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An artist's depiction of an American privateer pursuing a British merchant ship.  Painting by Thomas Freeman.  

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During the American Revolution, Salem was the most successful privateering port in America. Salem's 158 privateering vessels captured 445 English vessels.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST