The slave ship Rachel began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Curaçao.

Vessel: Rachel; flag: Netherlands. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Eijck, Michiel Joosten van; Investor: Nieuw West Indische Compagnie. The voyage began at Texel on 24 October 1698. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Curaçao. Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.