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In preparation for the writing of his first novel, Privateer, Richard "Dick" Willett wrote numerous short stories. One of the stories is a true experience, but the remaining story ideas are fictional with some personal experiences interspersed. Many of his story ideas came from his work, his love for sailing, and the beauty of the Mississippi River. Those of you who knew the author, can see a little bit of Dick Willett in every story.

Privateering was the life Jonathan Weaver had come to love. It was an honorable profession, combining patriotism and profitability. Capturing cargo ships and vessels owned by the British, allowed the American citizens to continue the use and enjoyment of staples such as sugar, molasses, and coffee. But, capturing the ships and vessels was not without loss. The injuries from battle often left a man disabled and even a small infection could become deadly. But, to Jonathan Weaver it was worth the risk. After all, it was at the direction of British Tories that Indians in the Mohawk Valley were...