Did You Know

 Did you know, to intimidate his enemies, when Blackbeard the pirate fought he put slow burning fuses in his hair and lit them so that the smoke surrounding his features gave him a demonic look?

Links for information on Blackbeard:

Blackbeard the Pirate: Myths, Truths and Legends (thoughtco.com) 

11 Facts About Blackbeard the Pirate (thoughtco.com)

Facts About Blackbeard the Pirate for Children - The Classroom