Olivier Levasseur
Olivier Levasseur, also known as La Buse, was a notorious French pirate during the early 18th century. He gained fame for his audacious acts of piracy in the Indian Ocean and was particularly known for his cunning and strategic raids on merchant ships. Levasseur's legendary exploits led to his capture by the Portuguese navy, but he became a symbol of the golden age of piracy, leaving behind a legacy that continues to intrigue historians and adventure seekers alike.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 1 | 3.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 6,259 | $240,000 | 147$ |
| Ecuador | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 17,643,060 | 10,036 | $108,000 | 61$ |
| Totals | 2 | 27,839,769 | 16,295 | $348,000 | 208$ |
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Ecuador:
Olivier Levasseur, known as 'El Buitre' or 'El Gavilán', was the captain who led the attack on the Nossa Senhora do Cabo.
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Portugal:
Olivier Levasseur was a famous pirate who captured the Portuguese ship Nossa Senhora do Cabo.
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