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Jean Laffite

Noun

A legendary French pirate and privateer who operated in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean during the early 19th century.

Sense 1:

Known as the "King of Barataria," Jean Laffite was a renowned smuggler and leader of a vast pirate enterprise, preying on Spanish ships in the Gulf of Mexico.

Sample Sentence: During the early 1800s, Jean Laffite and his crew terrorized merchant vessels, amassing great wealth from their illegal activities.

Sense 2:

Laffite played a significant role in the Battle of New Orleans in 1815, aiding General Andrew Jackson in defending the city against the British.

Sample Sentence: Jean Laffite's knowledge of the Gulf terrain proved invaluable to General Jackson during the Battle of New Orleans.

Adjective

Referring to something or someone related to Jean Laffite.

Sense 1:

The Jean Laffite Museum provides an extensive collection of artifacts and historical documents relating to the life and times of the notorious pirate.

Sample Sentence: Visitors to Barataria Preserve can immerse themselves in the Jean Laffite experience by exploring the museum and its exhibits.

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