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

Vessel: Topaze; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 321.1. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Surcouf, Robert; Captain: Collin de Briselaine, Fr. The voyage began at Saint-Malo on 23 August 1753. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Cap Français. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.