Date/Time
12/04/2016
6:30 pm
Location
President’s Palace, Valletta
President's Palace
Valletta
Malta
The high seas have been the backdrop of many a tale, with swashbuckling pirates, mythical sea creatures, terrible battles and long lasting legends. For its next talk, Flimkien għal Ambjent Aħjar takes a dive into the deep to discover the world of corsairing under the Knights of Malta during the late 1700s.
Corsairing was a form of piracy that was legalised and closely regulated under the Knights. The whole island was directly and indirectly involved in the industry which offered the prospect of untold wealth, but also the high risk of death in battle, enslavement and shipwreck. Dangers were very real and all upon the ship, from the captain to the lowest ranking sailor, knew that their return home was never guaranteed.
Museum curator and author of the recently-launched book ‘In the name of the Prince: Maltese Corsairs 1760-1798’, Liam Gauci, takes us on this exciting journey, revealing the fascinating history of corsairing which was only stopped by the British in 1820. The event is being organized by Flimkien għal Ambjent Aħjar under the distinguished patronage of her Excellency, Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, President of Malta.
Refreshments will be served after the talk.
This event is limited to members of Flimkien għal Ambjent Aħjar. Should you wish to become a member you can do so at http://new.faa.org.mt/how-to-help/become-a-member/
Tickets may be booked by visiting: https://ticketengine.faa.org.mt/
Event Details:
Venue: President’s Palace, Valletta
Date: Tuesday 12th April
Time: 18:30
This event is being sponsored by:
Da Vinci Hospital: http://www.davincihealth.com/
Dhalia Ltd: http://www.dhalia.com/
Mizzi Motors: http://www.mizzimotors.com/
D’Xquisite Caterers
Marquiz Winery
In addition to the above events, we are also planning talks on Medieval illuminated manuscripts, on Malta’s heritage architecture, a heritage dinner cruise and a tour to Gozo, as members-only special events.
Once you become a member of FAA:
• You will be entitled to participate in our members-only events and will be assured of a place on FAA’s popular cultural talks, walks and social events to raise awareness on urban and rural heritage.
• You will be informed on issues of national importance, FAA often joins forces with other NGOs to coordinate public events.
• You will be entitled to discounts on medical services offered by the St. James Group, special discounts on wines bought from the Attard & Co. De Canter wine cellar at Marsa, on branded ink and toner products, as well as a 5% discount on all other products sold in Cartridge World stores and a 25% discount on books from BDL Books in recognition of FAA’s work in favour of heritage and environment. Click here to read more about our membership benefits: http://new.faa.org.mt/how-to-help/become-a-member/