The slave ship S José left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Brazil. About 567 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: S José; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Curveta. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Almeida, Manoel Gomes de; Investor: Companhia Geral de Pernambuco e Paraíba. The voyage began at Lisbon on 2 December 1774. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Luanda (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Pernambuco, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 3.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.