In 1808, the Chinese Qing government, overwhelmed by pirates in the South China Sea, decided the time had come to take out the worst of them all. The Red Flag Fleet, under the command of the ...

Most of the Rocks Pirates have gone onto successful pirate careers after the crew dissolved, but they all share a past due to ...

Despite being one of the most notorious pirates in history, Blackbeard was an active pirate with his own command for just two years. When he held prisoners for ransom, such as the Governor’s son ...

Gold and silver were too heavy and would weigh down a ship. Pirates were far more interested in items such as spices, alcohol and medicines, which they could use themselves or trade when back on ...