The slave ship Martha left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Jamaica. About 343 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Martha; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 164.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Morice, Humphrey; Captain: Weedon, Edmd. The voyage began at London on 18 October 1728. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Jacquin (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Antigua, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 45.8%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.