The slave ship Phénix began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Martinique.

Vessel: Phénix; flag: France; estimated standardized tonnage: 305.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Lavigne, Achille; Investor: Tatin, Jean. The voyage began at Nantes on 13 April 1722. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Loango (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Martinique, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 1.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.