The slave ship Dolphin began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Barbados.

Vessel: Dolphin; flag: U.S.A.; rig: Sloop; estimated standardized tonnage: 117.5. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Robinson, Nich; Investor: Robinson, Thom; Captain: Weaver, Jos. The voyage began at Rhode Island, port unspecified on 23 October 1756. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gold Coast, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Barbados, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Bought at least one slave in Africa - subsequent fate unknown.