The slave ship S José left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Brazil. About 291 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: S José; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Patacho; estimated standardized tonnage: 78. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Brito, Joaquim Ribeiro de; Investor: Brito, Joaquim Ribeiro de. The voyage began at Pernambuco, place unspecified on 15 April 1840. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Luanda (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Catuamo and Maria Farinha. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.