The slave ship Arthur left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Barbados. About 330 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Arthur; flag: Great Britain; estimated standardized tonnage: 92.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Doegood, Robert. The voyage began at London on 19 June 1679. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Barbados, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 10.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.