The slave ship Philadelphia began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Suriname.

Vessel: Philadelphia; flag: Netherlands; rig: Fregat; estimated standardized tonnage: 240. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Menkenveld, Jan; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 22 February 1760. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Lahou (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 5.0%. Recorded resistance: Three or more enslaved people jumping overboard, missing, or escaped. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.