The slave ship Hannah began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to U.S. Virgin Islands.

Vessel: Hannah; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 195. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Welsh, James; Captain: Abraham, Ralph; Investor: Abraham, Ralph; Investor: Bancroft, Thomas; Investor: Lorimer, Ellis; Investor: Moore, James; Captain: Stringer, William; Investor: Stringer, William. The voyage began at Liverpool on 6 November 1797. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Africa, port unspecified (Other Africa). Principal recorded disembarkation place: St Croix. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 1.6%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.