The slave ship Jesus Maria José began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Brazil.

Vessel: Jesus Maria José; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Bergantim. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Souza, Bernardo da Rocha e; Captain: Almeida, José Pereira de; Investor: Almeida, José Pereira de. The voyage began at Bahia, place unspecified on 1 July 1785. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Bahia, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Bought at least one slave in Africa - subsequent fate unknown.