Stede Bonnet

Stede Bonnet (c. 1688 – 10 December 1718) was an early 18th century privateer-turned-pirate who frequented the Eastern Seaboard of the United States with his crew.

At some point, the Assassin Edward Kenway followed in Bonnet's path on the island of St. Lucia, uncovering the secrets of the pirate's adventures.

Reference

 * Ubi.com: Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag pre-order information - Black Chest Edition