The slave ship Thomas left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Jamaica. About 214 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Thomas; flag: Great Britain; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 131.9. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Nicholson, Thomas; Investor: Jones, T; Investor: Coghlan. The voyage began at Bristol on 11 April 1775. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Anomabu (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Captured by United States after enslaved people disembarked.