The slave ship Hawke left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Martinique. About 500 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Hawke; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 299.1. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Shoolbred; Captain: Cleiland, George; Captain: Mill. The voyage began at London on 11 March 1776. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Africa, port unspecified (Other Africa). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Martinique, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 9.2%. Recorded outcome: Captured by United States with enslaved people.