The slave ship Auguste left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Haiti. About 543 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Auguste; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 343.1. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Surcouf; Captain: Pinou Des Prairies, Noël. The voyage began at Saint-Malo on 30 October 1748. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Malembo (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Cap Français. Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.