The slave ship Aeolus arrived with enslaved Africans in Barbados. About 385 people had been taken aboard and approximately 353 arrived.

Vessel: Aeolus; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 221. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Benson, Moses; Investor: Staniforth, Thomas; Investor: Staniforth, Samuel; Captain: Neale, John L; Investor: Brancker, P. The voyage began at Liverpool on 18 September 1797. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Barbados, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.