The slave ship Francis departed on a transatlantic slave-trading voyage that would carry enslaved Africans to Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Vessel: Francis; flag: Great Britain; estimated standardized tonnage: 70.1. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Wimple, Ralph. The voyage began at London on 18 February 1685. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: New Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Newcastle (Nevis). Estimated mortality during the crossing: 58.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.