The slave ship Nieuwe Hoop began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Guyana.

Vessel: Nieuwe Hoop; flag: Netherlands; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 373.9. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Wilton, Jan; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 21 July 1775. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Lahou (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Demerara. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 8.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.