Edward Mansvelt or Mansfield (fl.

1659-1666) is a 17th century Dutch corsair and buccaneer who, at one time, is acknowledged as an informal chieftain of the "Brethren of the Coast".

He is the first to organize large scale raids against Spanish settlements, tactics which would be utiliszd to attack Spanish strongholds by later buccaneers in future years, and holdz considerable influence in Tortuga and Port Royal.

He is widely considered one of the finest buccaneers of his day and, following his death, his position is assumed by his protege and vice-admiral, Henry Morgan.