The proper history of the phenomenon of “pirate radio” has yet to be written. I see it as a manifestation of humankind’s primal need to inter-communicate as it sees fit, regardless of governmental dictates.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine,_%26c.,_Broadcasting_%28Offences%29_Act_1967
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio_Caroline
True...and yeah I was cheering for the pirates in the movie Pirate Radio...