The slave ship Royal Edward completed the voyage after transporting enslaved Africans to U.S. Virgin Islands.

Vessel: Royal Edward; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 367. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Hodgson, Thomas; Investor: Hodgson, Thomas; Investor: Hodgson, Elllis Leckonby; Captain: Griffiths, John. The voyage began at Liverpool on 24 June 1801. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: St Croix. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.