The slave ship Jonge Willem began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Suriname.

Vessel: Jonge Willem; flag: Netherlands; rig: Fregat; estimated standardized tonnage: 280. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Noordhoek, Johannes; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 2 October 1769. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Lahou (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 1.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.