Column that explores the history of pirates and privateers from ancient times to the present. Articles on maritime piracy and privateers, links to the best pirate web sites, reviews of books on piracy or about pirates, and research bibliographies.

Features a database about French privateers including name, harbor, boat, and century.

Column that explores the history of pirates and privateers from ancient times to the present. ,Legends abound about pirates and privateers, but what are the truths behind those legends? Who were they? What weapons did they use? What ships did they sail? How are countries confronting the threat of piracy on the high seas today? - dewey decimal 909364.162092

A Golden Age of Piracy reenactment group. Includes list of services and contact information. Located in Connecticut. Free Men of the Sea, Privateers and buccaneers for hire! A living history reenacting group. Captain William Kidd and his rogues at your service!

Information on the history of privateering concentrating on Nova Scotia, Canada - includes FAQ, a "do-it-yourself Letter of Marque", and recommended reading list. A website that explores privateers based in Canada with information about ships, sailors, battles, songs and historic documents, all compiled by a marine historian Dan Conlin.

Brief information on pirates, buccaneers and privateers - includes information on a few famous pirates. Some artwork and graphics.

Biography of one of the most infamous pirates in history.

Biography of this Irish noblewoman turned pirate. Also known as Gráinne Ni Mháille, Granuaile, Grace O'Malley, Grany Malley.

History of pirates in the Americas during the late 17th century - includes biographies and historical records. In French and English. Histoire et vie des flibustiers, pirates et corsaires de la Jamaique et de Saint-Domingue au 17e siecle.

Brief overall origin of the flags and images. Jolly Roger. The flags flown by the early pirates; often showing skull and crossbones in means to strike mortal terror.