EVENT INFORMATION

30
November
1701

The slave ship Martha arrived with enslaved Africans in Saint Kitts and Nevis. About 200 people had been taken aboard and approximately 180 arrived.

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📅 30 November 1701 📍 Saint Kitts and Nevis

Vessel: Martha; flag: Great Britain. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Waite, james; Investor: Waite, james; Investor: Shakle, Thomas; Investor: Browne, Peregrine; Investor: Preston, John; Captain: Marsh; Captain: Clarke, Thomas. The voyage began at London on 5 February 1701. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Loango (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Newcastle (Nevis). Estimated mortality during the crossing: 10.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.

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