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The Pee Dee River is a river along the North Carolina and South Carolina border where pirates often set up camp. The name was less than popular with ECU students, and in 1985 Chancellor Howell decided on his own to drop "Pee Dee" and be known only as "The Pirates".
6. Juli 2016 · Mascot. Pee Dee “The Pirate” did not become East Carolina University’s mascot until 1983. A live wildcat was the mascot from 1930-31. A Great Dane named "Buc" became the mascot in 1958, followed by a large white French Poodle in 1968. Pete was another unofficial dog mascot, but only for a few years in the mid-1970's.
Learn about the history and features of the bronze statue of PeeDee the Pirate, the mascot of East Carolina University, located in a brick courtyard outside the stadium. The name and appearance of the pirate are inspired by the Pee Dee River and Blackbeard, a notorious 18th century pirate.
5. Juli 2016 · There was a contest to name the Pirate, where the elementary schools of Pitt County were involved and from the nickname PeeDee the Pirate was derived. The name PeeDee was believed to come from the Pee Dee Rivers that flow through North and South Carolina.
Subject notes: The name "Pee Dee" comes from North Carolina's long history with pirates. The Pee Dee River, running along the border between North Carolina and South Carolina, was a popular encampment for the pirates of the area.
16. Jan. 2019 · This web page does not mention Pee Dee the Pirate, but it covers the history and legacy of Blackbeard and his ship Queen Anne's Revenge. It also features ECU's involvement in the conservation and exhibition of the artifacts from the wreck site.
6. Okt. 2023 · Learn about the history and evolution of Pee Dee, the pirate mascot of East Carolina University, for its 40th anniversary in 2023. Explore photos, documents, and stories from the Joyner Library Digital Collections.
