Today in the world many love pirates. Their image from the bloodthirsty, cruel value hunters underwent a serious metamorphosis. They began to romanticize more and more, turning them into fighters for their own freedom.
Now pirates are perceived as funny slovens 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 get involved in their culture was 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 built an imaginary ship, took the helm in their hands and led the crew on board the next ship. But if you decide to recall your childhood or offer a new entertainment to your child, but don’t know when the International Pirate Day is celebrated, then it's time to find out that this is happening on September 19th. And in Russia it was first celebrated not so long ago, in 2009.
The emergence of the 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 a game of rocketball. One of them was injured, but his first cry was not the usual “Oh!”, “Ay!” or something not quite censored, but the pirate "Aaarrr!" The pain gave way to laughter, and friends continued to put into the conversation the slang of the sea robbers.
They liked the idea so much that the idea arose every year during the day to talk using pirate words, copy their manner of dressing and behave like them. The program of the event could include various competitions and games. It turned out ready holiday.
The only thing that bothered was the date. June 6 was not suitable, since that day was the anniversary of the Norman Operation Overlord, so it was replaced on September 19, the birthday of the ex-wife of one of his friends.
Unexpected popularity
Today, International Pirate Day is celebrated in more than 40 countries. A logical question arises: how did an idea that came to the head of two friends and could forever remain known only to a small company become so popular?
The first holiday was actually more like a theme party, where several people, entertaining the crowd of a small town, played games and quizzes on a pirate theme. But a few years later, Dave Barry, a well-known American publicist, wrote about this fun event. Then his example was followed by several other famous publications, including foreign newspapers.
There is interest, sponsors. And the two founders thought about giving the holiday international status.
Traditions
International pirate day September 19th is fun and funny. It coincides with special screenings of films in cinemas, dressing in special costumes, carrying weapons and other paraphernalia. Sometimes participants create small performances or swarm games, where one ship boarding an enemy ship. This day is not complete without loud speech using pirated slang, for example, “Arrr!”, “Yo-ho-ho!”, “Burst my spleen!”
And also lovers of this topic discuss novelties in the field of books, films and games, listen to music and sing songs.
Funny facts
To know a little more about International Pirate Day, do not forget about the most famous facts about its main culprits:
• The earring that the Jolly Roger children wear in their ear is a distinctive and honorable sign. It was received by those who were able to pass Cape Horn - the most dangerous marine site, known for a large number of shallows.
• In films, there are always colorful scenes of taking the ship by storm. In fact, this happened much less frequently, since the cargo carried by the vessel was insured. The captains simply gave it to the pirates in order to avoid bloodshed.
• The intricate, characteristic nicknames of the sea rebels were not received 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 to diversify the atmosphere and rally the team.