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31
July
1802

The slave ship Vênus left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Brazil. About 566 people had been taken aboard.

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Slave voyages 📅 31 July 1802 📍 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.

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