Sir Thomas Stukeley, the notorious English courtier, pirate, adventurer and soldier, died at the Battle of Alcazar in Morocco in 1578, while serving in the army of King Sebastian of Portugal.

U.S. News Insider Tip: There is a cafe in the Alcazar Gardens – it’s a delightful spot to grab a snack while the peacocks strut around by your table. The food is overpriced, predictably ...