The slave ship Richard and James left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Jamaica. About 434 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Richard and James; flag: Great Britain. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Houlditch, Abraham; Investor: Houlditch, Abraham; Investor: Milner, Isaac; Investor: Harris; Investor: Brooke, Robert; Captain: Johnson, Richard; Captain: Roberts, Peter. The voyage began at London on 26 August 1709. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.