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

Vessel: Gudgeon; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 240. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Bolton, John; Captain: Leatham, Roger; Investor: Leatham, Roger; Captain: Cattaral, Robert; Investor: Cattaral, Robert. The voyage began at Liverpool on 12 September 1794. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 1.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.