The slave ship Raadhuis van Middelburg began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Suriname.

Vessel: Raadhuis van Middelburg; flag: Netherlands; rig: Fregat; estimated standardized tonnage: 212. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Jol, David; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 20 January 1741. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Lahou (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.