The slave ship Rodney began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to British Virgin Islands.

Vessel: Rodney; flag: Great Britain; rig: Brig; estimated standardized tonnage: 144. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Wilson, Charles; Investor: Wilson, Charles; Captain: Begg, William; Investor: Begg, William; Captain: Webster, John; Investor: Webster, John; Captain: Siller, John; Investor: Siller, John; Investor: Shand, Charles. The voyage began at Liverpool on 9 February 1796. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Ambriz (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Tortola, port unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 1.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.