The slave ship Swift arrived with enslaved Africans in Uruguay. About 246 people had been taken aboard and approximately 170 arrived.

Vessel: Swift; flag: U.S.A.; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 224. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Mayberry; Investor: Mayberry; Investor: Smith, Jacob. The voyage began at Rhode Island, port unspecified on 1 June 1805. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Mozambique (East Africa and Indian Ocean islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Montevideo. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 31.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.