Stede Bonnet, often dubbed the "Gentleman Pirate," led an unconventional life that defied typical pirate norms. Born in Barbados around 1688 to a wealthy plantation owner, Bonnet initially enjoyed a comfortable life as a landowner. However, seeking adventure and a break from societal expectations, he took a dramatic turn towards piracy in 1716. Bonnet commissioned his own ship, the Revenge, and quickly attracted a crew, despite lacking traditional naval experience. His pirate career was marked b