The slave ship William arrived with enslaved Africans in Barbados. About 235 people had been taken aboard and approximately 172 arrived.

Vessel: William; flag: Great Britain; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 146.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Spencer, Lawrence; Captain: Wilcock, Blackburn. The voyage began at Liverpool on 6 March 1758. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: New Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Barbados, place unspecified. Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.