The slave ship Phoenix began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Phoenix; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 272.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Cumming, James; Investor: Cumming, James; Investor: Callender, Alexander; Investor: Mure, Hutch. The voyage began at London on 17 May 1762. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Coast Castle (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Montego Bay. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 7.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.