International Pirate Day - the origin of the holiday, its features

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Today, many people in the world love pirates. Their image of bloodthirsty, cruel treasure hunters has undergone a serious metamorphosis. They were increasingly romanticized, turning them into fighters for their own freedom.

Now pirates are perceived as cheerful slobs who have not found shelter on land and roam the seas in search of easy prey and adventure. Children and even adults try on the roles of these rebels. One of the ways to join their culture was the International Pirate Day. You can learn about the history of the holiday and the features of its holding from this article.

International Pirate Day. General information

In addition to the well-known name, there are a number of its variations: International Pirate Day, World Speak Like a Pirate Day, International Pirate Imitation Day.

Probably, at all times, many boys builtan imaginary ship, took the helm in their hands and led the team to board the next ship. But if you decide to remember your childhood or offer new entertainment to your child, but do not know when International Pirate Day is celebrated, it's time to find out that this happens on September 19th. And in Russia it was celebrated for the first time not so long ago, in 2009.

The Emergence of a Holiday

International Pirate Day is an unofficial date not marked in red on calendars. However, like any more or less significant event, it has its own history.

It all started with random fun. June 6, 1995 in the city of Albany (USA, Oregon), two friends spent their free time playing rocketball. One of them was injured, but his first exclamation was not the usual “Oh!”, “Ai!” or something not quite censored, but a pirated “Aaarrr!”. The pain turned to laughter, and the friends continued to insert sea robber slang into the conversation.

They liked the idea so much that they came up with the idea every year during the day to talk using pirate words, copy their style of dressing and acting like them. The program of the event could include various competitions and games. There is a ready-made holiday.

The only thing that got in the way was the date. June 6th didn't work because it was the anniversary of Operation Overlord in Normandy, so it was changed to September 19th, the birthday of a friend's ex-wife.

Unexpected popularity

TodayInternational Pirate Day is celebrated in more than 40 countries. A logical question arises: how did an idea that came to the mind of two friends and could forever remain known only to a small company became so popular?

The first holiday was actually more like a theme party, where a few people entertained the crowd of a small town by playing pirate-themed games and quizzes. But a few years later, Dave Barry, a well-known American publicist, wrote about this funny event. Then several more famous publications followed suit, including foreign newspapers.

There is interest, sponsors. And the two founders thought about giving the holiday the status of an international one.

Traditions

International Pirate Day September 19 is fun and funny. Special screenings of films in cinemas, dressing in special costumes, carrying weapons and other paraphernalia are timed to coincide with it. Sometimes participants create small productions or swarm games, where one ship boards an enemy ship. This day is not complete without a loud speech using pirate slang, for example, "Arrr!", "Yo-ho-ho!", "Bust my spleen!".

And also lovers of this topic discuss novelties in the field of books, films and games, listen to music and sing songs.

Fun Facts

To know a little more about International Pirate Day, do not forget about the most famous facts about its main culprits:

• Earring, which the children of the "MerryRoger" is worn in the ear - a distinctive and honorary sign. It was received by those who were able to pass Cape Horn - the most dangerous sea area, known for its large number of shoals.

• In films there are always colorful scenes of taking the ship by storm. In fact, this happened much less often, since the cargo carried by the vessel was insured. The captains simply gave it to the pirates to avoid bloodshed.

• Intricate, characteristic nicknames sea rebels received not to commemorate the beginning of a new life, but to hide real data from the servants of the law.

International Pirate Day is a date that will turn a boring autumn day into a fun event. He has no age restrictions, and therefore you can arrange a fun event both in kindergarten or school, and in the office. This will help diversify the atmosphere and rally the team.