The slave ship Abigail departed on a transatlantic slave-trading voyage that would carry enslaved Africans to Jamaica.

Vessel: Abigail; flag: Great Britain; rig: Brig; estimated standardized tonnage: 180. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Tarlton, John (Jr); Captain: Williams, William; Investor: Williams, William. The voyage began at Liverpool on 18 February 1798. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Congo River (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.