The slave ship Betsey began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Betsey; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 119. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Miles; Investor: Weuves, Jerome B; Captain: Donald, Thomas. The voyage began at London on 5 August 1789. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Coast Castle (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.