FAQ About Ching Shih
Ching Shih
one month ago | beth
How did Ching Shih become a pirate leader?
Ching Shih started her career as a pirate by marrying Zheng Yi, a formidable pirate captain. Upon his death in 1807, she maneuvered to gain control over his pirate confederation, consolidating power by forming strategic alliances and enforcing a strict code of conduct among the pirates.