The slave ship Catherine began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Catherine; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 166. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Tarlton, John (Jr); Captain: Smith, John; Investor: Smith, John; Investor: Pemberton, John Holland; Captain: Kneale, Charles; Captain: Morrison, John. The voyage began at Liverpool on 26 May 1797. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea Islands, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 1.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.