The slave ship Colston arrived with enslaved Africans in Jamaica. About 450 people had been taken aboard and approximately 305 arrived.

Vessel: Colston; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 281.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Jackson, Joseph; Investor: Powell, J; Investor: Powell. The voyage began at Bristol on 6 April 1775. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: New Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 32.2%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.