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

Vessel: Prudence; flag: Great Britain; rig: Brig; estimated standardized tonnage: 126. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Parr, James; Investor: Parr, John; Captain: Swanson, James. The voyage began at Liverpool on 5 September 1802. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Africa, port unspecified (Other Africa). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Demerara. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.