The slave ship S José Arlequim began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Brazil.

Vessel: S José Arlequim; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Galera. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Melo, Francisco Xavier Álvares de. The voyage began at Rio de Janeiro on 8 June 1807. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Luanda (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Rio de Janeiro. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 26.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.