The slave ship Vigilantie began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Suriname.

Vessel: Vigilantie; flag: Netherlands; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 439.9. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Michielsen, Olfert; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began on 17 August 1778. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Lahou (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 2.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.