The slave ship Sainte Rose left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Martinique. About 158 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Sainte Rose; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 299.1. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Cheville de Valereau; Captain: Cheville de Tressé. The voyage began at Saint-Malo on 16 January 1720. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Martinique, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 25.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.