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

Vessel: Americana; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Galera. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Salazar, João Monteiro; Investor: Silva, José Joaquim da. The voyage began at Lisbon on 29 July 1802. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Rio de Janeiro. Recorded outcome: Bought at least one slave in Africa - subsequent fate unknown.