Samuel, McGurk and the others attempt to flee to England.

But their escape is hindered when they are captured by pirates with very poor people skills.

Sitcom set just before the American War of Independence.

Written by and starring Andy Hamilton and Jay Tarses.

Sgt McGurk ... Andy Hamilton
Svensson ... Hugh Dennis
Samuel ... Jay Tarses
Captain Bloodbath ... Michael Fenton Stevens
Capt Brimshaw ... James Fleet
Mary ... Julia Hills
Frank ... Philip Pope
Joshua ... Tony Maudsley

Producer: Paul Mayhew-Archer

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in May 2006. Show less