Pedro Gilbert
Pedro Gilbert | |
|---|---|
Likeness made of Gilbert during his trial before the U.S. Circuit Court | |
| Born | c. 1797 |
| Died | June 11, 1835 (aged 38) |
| Cause of death | Execution by hanging |
| Piratical career | |
| Nickname | Don Pedro Gibert |
| Type | Pirate, Privateer |
| Years active | 1832-1834 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Base of operations | Caribbean |
Pedro Gilbert (c. 1797 – June 11, 1835) was a Spanish pirate, privateer and slave trader. At the time of his execution, he was one of the few remaining pirates continuing to raid shipping on the Atlantic coast.