EVENT INFORMATION

5
December
1681

The slave ship Alexander arrived with enslaved Africans in Saint Kitts and Nevis. About 408 people had been taken aboard and approximately 310 arrived.

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📅 5 December 1681 📍 Saint Kitts and Nevis

Vessel: Alexander; flag: Great Britain. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Branfield, Andrew; Investor: Royal African Company. The voyage began at London on 11 December 1680. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Ardra (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Newcastle (Nevis). Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.

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