The slave ship Ruby left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Haiti. About 271 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Ruby; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 299.1. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Auffray, Toussaint; Investor: Surcouf; Captain: Auffray Du Gué Lambert, Julien; Captain: Brizelaine, François. The voyage began at Saint-Malo on 3 March 1749. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Africa, port unspecified (Other Africa). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Cap Français. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.