The slave ship Madam Pookata began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Dominica.

Vessel: Madam Pookata; flag: Great Britain; rig: Brig; estimated standardized tonnage: 110. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Penny, James; Investor: Penny, James; Captain: Dixon, Thomas; Investor: Dixon, Thomas; Investor: Penny, William. The voyage began at Liverpool on 29 March 1785. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Ambriz (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Dominica, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.