EVENT INFORMATION

17
September
1678

The slave ship Arthur left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Barbados. About 417 people had been taken aboard.

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Slave voyages 📅 17 September 1678 📍 Barbados

Vessel: Arthur; flag: Great Britain. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Oakes, Henry. The voyage began at London on 4 March 1678. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Ardra (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Barbados, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 21.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.

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