The slave ship Sévère left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Haiti. About 482 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Sévère; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 343.1. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Ohier; Investor: Ohier; Investor: Grandclos-Meslé, de. The voyage began at Saint-Malo on 26 September 1771. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Malembo (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Cap Français. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 3.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.