I was playing the video game Uncharted 4 & learned that Aquidneck Island has a history with pirates! They mentioned specifically Thomas Tew in the game. So of course I had to start looking it up online. I came across this article and found it really interesting!

But I will echo what others say and talk to librarians and even reach out to the Newport Historical Society. I would have done this myself but I don't live in the US anymore. I'd love to hear anything you find out!