The slave ship Fanteen began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Fanteen; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 182.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Graham, Alexander; Investor: Gordon, Robert; Captain: Knox, Andrew. The voyage began at Bristol on 25 August 1753. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Anomabu (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 2.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.