The slave ship Martha began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Martha; flag: Great Britain; estimated standardized tonnage: 100.5. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Elliott, Abraham. The voyage began at London on 13 February 1704. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Africa, port unspecified (Other Africa). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 17.4%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.