John Massey (pirate)

John Massey
Born1695 or earlier
Died26 July 1723
London
Piratical career
AllegianceUnited Kingdom, Royal African Company
RankCaptain Lieutenant Engineer
Base of operationsGambia
CommandsBumper / Gambia Castle / Delivery

John Massey (d. 1723) was a Royal African Company military officer. He is best known for leaving his post in Gambia along with his soldiers to sail with pirate George Lowther.

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