The slave ship Ruth left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Barbados. About 212 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Ruth; flag: Great Britain. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Spry, John; Captain: Pomeroy, Theophilus. The voyage began at London on 22 May 1680. 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: 66.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.