The slave ship Saint Esprit left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Haiti. About 88 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Saint Esprit; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 146.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Terrien, Jean; Investor: Terrien, Jean; Captain: Pacqueray, René; Captain: Brun Du Bocage, Joseph. The voyage began at Nantes on 12 September 1718. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Cap Français. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 17.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.