1775-Sept.-15: A young African girl branded with “LSM” on her right arm died at the Ouidah roadstead after suffering from scurvy for several days.

1775-Sept.-15: A young African girl branded with “LSM” on her right arm died at the Ouidah roadstead after suffering from scurvy for several days. Her death was recorded in the trade journal of the ship Susanne Marguerite as part of the daily accounting of the human cargo. Scurvy, caused by a lack of vitamin C, was a common affliction during long slaving voyages and often led to extreme physical debilitation before death. This entry highlights the vulnerability of the youngest captives who were subjected to the harsh conditions of the Atlantic trade.