Later, French pirates invaded Sergipe, but they left soon after.

He became famous after taking on a boat full of French pirates almost single-handedly - and winning.

This allowed the return of both French and English pirates.

Van Scharphuizen is said to have been captured by French pirates in 1695.

In the 16th century (between 1535 and 1598), the area was explored by French pirates.

The voyage was particularly perilous, his ship captured by a French pirate.

The original site was destroyed by French pirates in 1555 but rebuilt soon afterwards.

However, it was sacked by French pirates in 1712.

French pirates try to take the ship, but Robin shoots them all.

In 1689 Pomeroon was destroyed by French pirates, and abandoned.