The slave ship Lusitania left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Antigua and Barbuda. About 144 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Lusitania; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 131. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Sorrell, Paul. The voyage began at London on 3 January 1702. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Saint John (Antigua). Estimated mortality during the crossing: 6.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.