Welsh pirate; captured over 400 ships during early 18th century, one of the most successful pirates ever recorded.

Bartholomew Roberts (Black Bart)

English pirate operating off Africa and Caribbean; distinguished by surviving multiple naval engagements despite losing a hand.

Christopher Condent (“Billy One-Hand”)

English pirate operating in Caribbean; known for cruelty and brutality against captured crews and settlers.

Edward Low

Jamaican pirate, early mentor to Blackbeard; involved in Nassau pirate community before retiring under pardon.

Benjamin Hornigold

Irish female pirate disguised as man; fought alongside Mary Read and challenged gender norms in Caribbean piracy.

Anne Bonny

English pirate; led crew in raids along Spanish Main and later integrated into colonial trade networks.

Thomas Tew

English pirate; refused royal pardons and used extreme violence, later captured and hanged.

Charles Vane

English pirate known for mercy; deposed by own crew for refusing to kill captives; later captured.

Edward England

French pirate of the 17th century who is often considered the first pirate to fly the Jolly Roger. Was engaged by Captain John Cranby and the HMS Poole in Brava Island, Cape Verde, but escaped.

Emanuel Wynne

English pirate operating in Indian Ocean; captured Portuguese treasure ships; active early 18th century.

John Taylor