The slave ship Swift began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Guyana.

Vessel: Swift; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 287. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Anderson, C; Captain: Williams, T; Investor: Williams, T; Captain: Cannell, Thomas. The voyage began at Bristol on 24 August 1801. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Coast Castle (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Demerara. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.