The slave ship Edward and William began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Edward and William; flag: Great Britain; estimated standardized tonnage: 146.2. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Wilson, John. The voyage began at London on 17 September 1695. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Sierra Leone estuary. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 6.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.