EVENT INFORMATION

12
August
1774

The slave ship Watergeus left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Guyana. About 375 people had been taken aboard.

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๐Ÿ“… 12 August 1774 ๐Ÿ“ Guyana

Vessel: Watergeus; flag: Netherlands; rig: Fregat. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Chatelain, Adriaan; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 8 December 1773. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Malembo (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Essequibo. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.

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