David Cordingly
David Cordingly is an English naval historian specializing in piracy.
He served as Keeper of Pictures and Head of Exhibitions at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich for 12 years.
Cordingly organized several successful exhibitions, including one on pirates that led to his book "Under the Black Flag." He has authored multiple books on maritime history, focusing on pirates, women at sea, and notable ships.
Cordingly's work has been recognized in academic circles and popular media, including an appearance on the "Pirates of the Caribbean" DVD. He lives in Brighton, Sussex, with his family and continues to contribute to the field of naval history.
