The slave ship Whidah left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Jamaica. About 517 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Whidah; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 365.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Prince, Lawrence; Investor: Dodd,Edward; Investor: Morice, Humphry. The voyage began at London on 24 July 1719. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Coast Castle (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 3.3%. Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.