The slave ship Bolton arrived with enslaved Africans in Martinique. About 471 people had been taken aboard and approximately 431 arrived.

Vessel: Bolton; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 298. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Bolton, John; Captain: Boardman, Timothy; Investor: Boardman, Timothy. The voyage began at Liverpool on 5 October 1797. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Martinique, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.