The slave ship John Gally arrived with enslaved Africans in Panama. About 359 people had been taken aboard and approximately 267 arrived.

Vessel: John Gally; flag: Great Britain; rig: Balandra; estimated standardized tonnage: 85.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Coward, Edward; Captain: Noll; Investor: South Sea Company. The voyage began at London on 7 June 1717. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Portobelo. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 25.6%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.