The slave ship Phénix began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Haiti.

Vessel: Phénix; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 341.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Vivier, Elie; Captain: Bellouin, Honoré. The voyage began at La Rochelle on 20 August 1737. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Bight of Benin, place unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Cap Français. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 40.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.