Thomas Nichols (pirate)

Thomas Nichols
Piratical career
Years active1717–1718
Base of operationsCaribbean, American east coast
Jolly Roger flag of pirate Thomas Nichols, described as "in his flag a dart and a bleeding heart."

Thomas Nichols (fl. 1717–1718) was a pirate active in the Caribbean and off the American east coast. He is best known as a leader among the "Flying Gang" of pirates operating out of New Providence.