EVENT INFORMATION

8
May
1718

The slave ship Henry arrived with enslaved Africans in Barbados. About 491 people had been taken aboard and approximately 420 arrived.

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📅 8 May 1718 📍 Barbados

Vessel: Henry; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 281.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Harvey, John. The voyage began at London on 9 April 1717. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Madagascar (East Africa and Indian Ocean islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Barbados, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.

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