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

Vessel: Othello; flag: Great Britain; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 263.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Cappes, John; Investor: Cappes, John. The voyage began at London on 22 July 1760. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Anomabu (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 19.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.