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Gasparilla Ships


"The capture of the city by the pirate Gasparilla and his band of cutthroats makes the annual festival held in Tampa each spring unique. The landing from the gaily decked pirate ship and the capture of Tampa is followed by a colorful parade and merrymaking."
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