Captain Kidd, known in truth as Edward Mordaunt, Jr., was more than just a pirate—he was a myth in motion. A master of the Atlantic coastline, he haunted the waters off North America like a storm that refused to blow inland. For years, he raided British ships with a calculated fury, showing no mercy and …
Sir James Gobineau, known to his enemies as Guy Phelp, was a name that sent shivers down the spines of British merchants and naval officers alike. Born in France, he carved out a fearsome reputation as a pirate who defied the might of the British Empire. His story is one of daring raids, relentless ambition, …
William Kidd, often remembered as one of history’s most notorious pirates, was a complex figure whose life straddled the fine line between privateer and outlaw. Born in Scotland around 1654, Kidd originally set sail under the English flag, commissioned as a privateer to protect British interests against French vessels and rogue pirates. However, his story …
