The slave ship Dorothea departed on a transatlantic slave-trading voyage that would carry enslaved Africans to Jamaica.

Vessel: Dorothea; flag: Great Britain. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Martin, Joseph; Investor: Martin, Joseph; Investor: Merret, Thomas; Investor: Coalthurst, Thomas; Investor: Searle, Edward; Investor: Atkins, Robe\rt; Captain: Lovell, Bowyer. The voyage began at London on 12 April 1709. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 2.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.