EVENT INFORMATION

3
October
1765

The slave ship Othello arrived with enslaved Africans in Antigua and Barbuda. About 66 people had been taken aboard and approximately 42 arrived.

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๐Ÿ“… 3 October 1765 ๐Ÿ“ Antigua and Barbuda

Vessel: Othello; flag: U.S.A.; rig: Brigantine. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Rogers, Thom; Investor: Vernon,Wm; Investor: Vernon, Samuel. The voyage began at Newport on 14 May 1764. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Anomabu (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Saint John (Antigua). Estimated mortality during the crossing: 36.0%. Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.

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