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

Vessel: Hanover Planter; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 365.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Gordon, Robert; Captain: Breeding, Andrew; Captain: Rowle, Richard. The voyage began at Bristol on 1 September 1754. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Coast Castle (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 4.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.