The slave ship General Burgoyne began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Vessel: General Burgoyne; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 272.9. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Simmons, John; Investor: Simmons, John; Captain: Simmons, Jno (Sr); Investor: Simmons, Jno (Sr); Investor: Simmons, Jno (Jr); Investor: Ford, Chas. The voyage began at Liverpool on 18 December 1777. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: St Kitts, port unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.