The Corsairs of Salé (1610-1818): How Exiled Moriscos built a Pirate Republic in Morocco
In this episode, we dive into the true story of the Corsair Republic of SalĂ© â a powerful port city built by exiled Moriscos after their expulsion from Spain in 1609. Discover how these refugees turned a ruined fortress on Moroccoâs Atlantic coast into a self-governed pirate state that raided European ships, defied empires, and reshaped the history of the Mediterranean. A tale of exile, resistance, and forgotten power.SOURCES :SalĂ© au XVIIĂšme siĂšcle, terre d'asile morisque sur le territoire atlantique marocain, by Laila MazianeHistoire du Maroc, by J. Brignon Histoire du Maroc, by Daniel RivetLes morisques et l'Ă©dification de la ville de Rabat, by Safaa Monqid CONTACT :Email:
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