Discover the story of the song > Barrett’s Privateers – irish descendants

The song is about a sailor in 1778 who was recruited to join a ship called the Antelope, which was known for being terrible. The ship was sent to find American gold, but they didn't get very far before they were attacked by a Yankee ship and lost the battle, with the protagonist losing both legs. They survive and six years later, they finally make it back to Halifax. The song is about their experience and how difficult life at sea can be.