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

Vessel: Gracieux; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 400. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Feray, Jean; Investor: Massieu; Captain: Totin, Louis; Captain: Dupuy; Investor: Dupuy. The voyage began at Lorient on 26 March 1776. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Momboza or Zanzibar (East Africa and Indian Ocean islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Cap Français. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.