The slave ship S João Diligente began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Brazil.

Vessel: S João Diligente; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Curveta. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Pires, Antônio. The voyage began at Rio de Janeiro on 27 September 1796. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Luanda (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Rio de Janeiro. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 1.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.