Bartholomew Roberts, also known as Black Bart, was a notorious pirate who raided ships. Here are some of the harsh - and sometimes unexpected - rules that governed the crews on his ships: The Pirate Code.

One famous pirate from history is Blackbeard, whose real name was Edward Teach. He was a notorious English pirate who operated in the West Indies and along the eastern coast of the American colonies during the early 18th century. Blackbeard is known for his fearsome appearance, with a long black beard and a habit of wearing burning fuses in his hair during battle to intimidate his enemies.

From the sheer effectiveness of Black Bart Roberts to the fascinatingly flamboyant Blackbeard, there are a few of the pirates every man should know.