Is the common hat of pirates a triangular hat or a cap?

Pirates wear hats mainly to prevent sunburn at sea. This common pirate hat is called Tricorne. Seen from above, the whole hat is triangular, and its appearance is somewhat similar to the traditional snack sugar triangle.

The triangular hat evolved from the early wide-brimmed hat. At that time, when soldiers were shooting, they accidentally touched the brim of their hats. In order to solve this problem, they rolled up the brim of the hat and sewed it on the top of the hat, and the triangular hat was born.

The triangle hat is small and light, which can ensure that the exquisite hairstyles of men on both sides are not blocked. This special design made it very popular in Europe in the18th century. It not only became a wardrobe for nobles and soldiers to show their identity, but also became a classic piece of fashion pirates together with breeches, vests and belts.

In movies and games, the most common pirate flag is a combination of a skull and two crossed leg bones on a black flag. The initial application of this design cannot be verified, but what is certain is that the designs of pirate flags are various.

Pirate groups in different regions and gangs will adopt different flag designs, which are somewhat similar to the heraldry of the Western and Japanese Warring States Period. It can not only play the role of distinguishing identities, but also be used to deter others. But unlike movie games, the pirate flag will not be hung on it as soon as it goes out to sea, otherwise the observers of other ships will not turn around immediately when they see the pirate flag.