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

Vessel: Mercure; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 305.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Leroy, Jacques; Captain: Millet, Pierre; Investor: Millet, Pierre. The voyage began at Nantes on 3 February 1720. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Loango (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Cap Français. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 11.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.