The slave ship Mersey left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward U.S. Virgin Islands. About 335 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Mersey; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 212. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Johnson, Robert; Investor: Johnson, Robert; Captain: Jones, Robert. The voyage began at Liverpool on 22 May 1796. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: St Croix. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 2.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.