The slave ship William and Betty arrived with enslaved Africans in Jamaica. About 503 people had been taken aboard and approximately 430 arrived.

Vessel: William and Betty; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 272.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Powell, James; Investor: Powell, James; Captain: Foulkes, Thomas; Investor: Foulkes, Thomas. The voyage began at Liverpool on 6 October 1747. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.