King George (1797 ship)

King George was a French ship that the British captured circa 1797. Her new owners renamed her and employed her as a Liverpool-based slave ship. She made three complete voyages in the triangular trade, transporting enslaved peoples from Africa to the West Indies. She was lost on her fourth voyage in February 1803 as she returned to Liverpool after having delivered captives to Havana.

For other ships with the same name, see King George (ship).

History
Great Britain
NameKing George
Acquired1797 by purchase of a prize
FateWrecked February 1803
General characteristics
Tons burthen400, or 416 (bm)
Complement
  • 1798:50
  • 1799:30
  • 1800:25
Armament
  • 1798:16 × 12-pounder guns
  • 1799:16 × 12-pounder guns
  • 1800:16 × 12-pounder guns
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