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

Vessel: Pitt; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 340. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: McNabb, John; Captain: Muir; Captain: Hunter, John. The voyage began at London on 15 August 1789. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Coast Castle (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Lucea (a) St Lucea. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 9.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.