Michael Geare
Sir Michael Geare (b. 1565-?) was a 16th-century English sailor, privateer and merchant. One of the many Sea Dogs who plagued the Spanish Empire during the Elizabethan age, Geare was well known to the Spaniards of the West Indies and the Spanish Main as commander of the Little John. He remained one of the most active in the region throughout the 1590s and up until his retirement in 1603.
Sir Michael Geare | |
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| Born | c. 1565 Limehouse, London, England |
| Died | Stepney, London |
| Piratical career | |
| Type | Sea Dog |
| Allegiance | England |
| Years active | c. 1584–1603 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Base of operations | Caribbean |
| Battles/wars | Anglo–Spanish War |
| Later work | Merchant |
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