Richard Worley was an English pirate who began his brief career with a small open boat and a handful of men off New York in 1718, quickly escalating to larger captured vessels. His crew’s rampage up the American coast prompted a coordinated naval response from Virginia and South Carolina. He was killed in the resulting battle near Jamestown in early 1719, only months after starting his pirate career.
Quick Facts
| Real Name | Richard Worley |
|---|---|
| Born | unknown |
| Died | 1719-02 |
| Nationality | English |
| Years Active | 1718-1719 |
| Known Ships | New York Revenge's Revenge |
| Flag | A white skull and crossbones on a black field |
| Fate | Killed in battle against colonial forces near Jamestown, Virginia, in February 1719; surviving crew were captured and executed |
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