1731-Jul.-02: The Laurence Frigate began its return voyage to Europe after trafficking its captives in the Río de la Plata region. This fin

1731-Jul.-02: The Laurence Frigate began its return voyage to Europe after trafficking its captives in the Río de la Plata region. This final leg of the journey was necessary to return profits and documentation to the company directors in London. Significance: The “Return Leg.” Nuance: This final phase was purely financial: transferring silver, hides, and documentation back to London directors to close the accounting book on Voyage 75782.