Barry Clifford

Barry Clifford is an American underwater archaeologist and treasure hunter renowned for his discovery of the wreck of the Whydah Gally, a pirate ship that sank in 1717. In 1984, he located the ship's remains off Cape Cod, leading to the recovery of over 200,000 artifacts, including thousands of coins and various historical items. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding of piracy in the 18th century and has brought attention to the cultural heritage of shipwrecks.