Thomas Anstis served under Bartholomew Roberts before breaking away to command his own pirate crew aboard the Good Fortune, raiding shipping in the Caribbean. Facing dwindling options as anti-piracy patrols intensified, his crew reportedly petitioned for a royal pardon while continuing to raid. Sources disagree on the precise circumstances of his death, though most agree he was killed by mutinous crew members.
Quick Facts
| Real Name | Thomas Anstis |
|---|---|
| Born | unknown |
| Died | 1723 or 1725 (accounts vary) |
| Nationality | English |
| Years Active | 1721-1723/1725 |
| Known Ships | Good Fortune |
| Fate | Accounts differ: some sources report he was murdered by his own crew while asleep; the exact date and circumstances are not consistently documented |
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