The slave ship William arrived with enslaved Africans in Suriname. About 216 people had been taken aboard and approximately 200 arrived.

Vessel: William; flag: Great Britain; rig: Brig; estimated standardized tonnage: 173. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Stowell, Francis; Investor: Stowell, Francis; Investor: Keate, Henry; Investor: Bridge, John. The voyage began at Liverpool on 23 July 1800. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: New Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.