The Meaning of Being a Rogue

Pirate Rogues of the Caribbean:

Barbados had two of famous Pirate Rogues: They were Sam lord and Steve Bonnet. Both are featured in Rogues in Paradise, the untold real story of Barbados. In addition to in-famous pirate men, like Blackbeard, there were also women pirates. Anne Bonny and Mary Read, both women pirates, were fierce fighters who became Caribbean legends. Both were pirates on the ship of Calico Jack (Jack Rackham).

Slave Rogues of the Caribbean:

In the age of the African slave trade in the Caribbean, the enslaved were constantly scheming on how to put an end to their abuse and inhuman treatment. They opposed oppression and the vicious business of enslavement. In 1816 Bussa, a Barbadian-African slave, led a un-successful uprising opposing the colonial government.  While he failed, he is credited for hastening the end of slavery.  Before him, Tacky led a Jamaican insurrection( 1760 ).

Hero Rogues in History

Perhaps one of the most famous British Rogues was Sir Walter Raleigh. Courageous, bold, and handsome he came to be one of Queen Elizabeth's most favoured Knights. In battle, he was fearless and reckless. He was a war hero who delighted many with his radical maneuvers.


Honouring The Rogues

According to dictionaries, all these historic characters are referred to asRogues: People that were unusual, risk-takers, and unmanageable. They are the rogues and scoundrels that made Barbados what it is today.

It is an honour to be called a rogue. It is frequently a term of esteem, like charming rogue or "oh, what a rogue". They are not necessarily evil. Lots of Rogues are heroes and also respectable rogues. All of it depends upon the situation.

Caribbean Rogues