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

Vessel: Aurora; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Bergantim. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Viana, José Antônio Rodrigues; Captain: Moreira, André Francisco. The voyage began at Bahia, place unspecified on 3 May 1813. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cabinda (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Bahia, place unspecified. Recorded duration of the captives' Atlantic crossing: 23 days. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.