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

Vessel: Benjamin; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 199. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Dawson, John; Investor: Dawson, John; Captain: Molyneux, Thomas; Investor: Molyneux, Thomas. The voyage began at Liverpool on 23 April 1790. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Lagos, Onim (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Montego Bay. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.