The slave ship Jason arrived with enslaved Africans in Jamaica. About 230 people had been taken aboard and approximately 197 arrived.

Vessel: Jason; flag: Great Britain; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 182.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Chilcott, J; Investor: Chilcott, J; Investor: Rogers, James; Captain: McDonough, Patrick. The voyage began at Bristol on 4 February 1774. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.