The slave ship S João began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Brazil.

Vessel: S João; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Bergantim. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Rêgo, Francisco de Sales; Captain: Lisboa, José Ferreira. The voyage began at Rio de Janeiro on 17 July 1801. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Luanda (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Pernambuco, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Bought at least one slave in Africa - subsequent fate unknown.