The Batavia - historical documentary

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In 1628, the largest Dutch United East India Company's Returnship, 'The Batavia', on her way to Batavia crashed on the Houtman Abrolhos Islands, off the coast of Western Australia. Help was underway, but Under Merchant Jeronimus Cornelisz plotted to take over any rescue ship once it arrived and go pirating. He ordered the deaths of anyone who could ruin their plans. One group of survivors were led by soldier Wiebbe Hayes, who intended to defend themselves tooth and nail against attacks from the Under Merchant.

 

Stumbled upon this documentary. I found it captivating and criminally underrated! Over four hours long but I was never bored.

Pretty brutal story, found portions of it unpleasant to listen to...