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Hello my name is John King I'm 8 or 11 years old I was born in the year 1705 or 1708 and I died on April 26 1717
John King was born in a small coastal village his father was a sailor and from a young age John dreamed of, the sea he would often listen to his father's tales of adventure dreaming of setting sail one day. one fateful day, John's village was attacked by the infamous pirate Bback Sam Bellamy the pirates took everything and John's father was captured filled with fear but also excitement. John decided to join the pirates. life on the pirate ship was tough but thrilling. John quickly adapted learning the ropes and gaining the respect of the crew. despite his young age he showed remarkable. courage and wit. which caught the eye of Black Sam Bellamy himself John's bravery and quick thinking during raids. earned him a special place among the pirates. Black Sam Bellamy saw great potential in him. and began to teach him the art of piracy. John learned how to navigate
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