EVENT INFORMATION

13
November
1747

The slave ship Bom Jesus da Pedra e S Rita left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Brazil. About 541 people had been taken aboard.

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📅 13 November 1747 📍 Brazil

Vessel: Bom Jesus da Pedra e S Rita; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Curveta. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Carneiro, José Mendes. The voyage began at Southeast Brazil, port unspecified. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Luanda (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Rio de Janeiro. Recorded outcome: Bought at least one slave in Africa - subsequent fate unknown.

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