The slave ship Thomas departed on a transatlantic slave-trading voyage that would carry enslaved Africans to Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Vessel: Thomas; flag: Great Britain; estimated standardized tonnage: 128.3. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Mathews, John; Captain: Quinnell, Peter. The voyage began at Bristol on 8 September 1768. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gabon (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: St Kitts, port unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 17.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.