The slave ship Vênus began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Brazil.

Vessel: Vênus; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Bergantim. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Rêgo, Francisco Álvares do. The voyage began at Rio de Janeiro on 23 February 1802. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Benguela (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Rio de Janeiro. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 4.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.