The slave ship Matthew departed on a transatlantic slave-trading voyage that would carry enslaved Africans to Jamaica.

Vessel: Matthew; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 305.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Webster, John; Investor: Webster, John; Investor: Wilding, Richard; Investor: Dobson, Jno. The voyage began at Liverpool on 23 June 1777. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Africa, port unspecified (Other Africa). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.