The slave ship Earl of Effingham began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Earl of Effingham; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 346. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Willoughby, Thomas; Investor: Curling, Jesse; Investor: Curling, Robert; Captain: Moulton, Robert; Investor: Moulton, Robert; Investor: Curling, John; Investor: Fuller, Rose; Investor: Deffell, John. The voyage began at London on 9 November 1790. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gold Coast, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Black River. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.