EVENT INFORMATION

7
September
1719

The slave ship Elizabeth arrived with enslaved Africans in Jamaica. About 600 people had been taken aboard and approximately 385 arrived.

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๐Ÿ“… 7 September 1719 ๐Ÿ“ Jamaica

Vessel: Elizabeth; flag: Great Britain; estimated standardized tonnage: 343.1. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Webster, John. The voyage began at Liverpool on 9 April 1717. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Madagascar (East Africa and Indian Ocean islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 35.8%. Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people.

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