The slave ship Martha began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Vessel: Martha; flag: Great Britain; estimated standardized tonnage: 100.5. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Marsh, Richard. The voyage began at London on 2 October 1702. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Newcastle (Nevis). Estimated mortality during the crossing: 15.0%. Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.