Why one Pirate Captain Killed his Entire Crew

Rahma Ibn Dabir al Jihami was a notorious pirate in the early 1800s who ruled over parts of modern-day Qatar. Known for his strategic alliances with powerful entities like the Saudis and the British, he was feared across the Persian Gulf. Despite his success, his downfall came at the hands of his nephew. In a final act of defiance, Rahma used gunpowder to kill his captors and himself, along with his crew.

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