The slave ship Friendship left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Barbados. About 421 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Friendship; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 235. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Blackburn, Witherden; Investor: Blackburn, Witherden; Investor: Jennings, William. The voyage began at London on 23 December 1796. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Coast Castle (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Barbados, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.