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

Vessel: Bolton; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 298. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Bolton, John; Captain: Lee, Roger; Captain: Hart, Richard; Investor: Hart, Richard. The voyage began at Liverpool on 5 December 1794. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Congo River (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.