EVENT INFORMATION

3
April
1718

The slave ship George Augustus left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Panama. About 291 people had been taken aboard.

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๐Ÿ“… 3 April 1718 ๐Ÿ“ Panama

Vessel: George Augustus; flag: Great Britain; rig: Bergantim; estimated standardized tonnage: 272.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Owen, William; Captain: Huntington, George; Investor: South Sea Company. The voyage began at London on 5 August 1717. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Portobelo. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.

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