The Victual Brothers: Medieval German Pirates that Terrorized the Northern Europe.

The video explores the rise and fall of the Victual Brothers, a group of pirates in the 14th century who disrupted trade in Northern Europe. It discusses the decline of Scandinavian powers, the influence of German rulers, and the pirates' expansion across the Baltic and North Sea. The video also highlights Margaret's efforts to suppress piracy and the unique Frisian freedom that attracted pirates. Despite their decline, the Victual Brothers left a lasting impact on trade and piracy in the region.

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