John Ham (pirate)

John Ham (Hamm, Haman, Hamann, Hain)
Piratical career
NicknameCatch Him If You Can
TypePirate and Privateer
Years active1699-1720
RankCaptain
Base of operationsBahamas, Leeward Islands, Beef Island
CommandsSloop William

John Ham was a pirate and privateer operating in the Caribbean in the early 18th century. He is best known for his involvement with Samuel Bellamy, Paulsgrave Williams, John Rackham, and the female pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read.