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

Vessel: Aurora; flag: Netherlands; rig: Fregat; estimated standardized tonnage: 439.9. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Gargon, Arnoldus J; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 3 January 1779. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Lahou (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.