The slave ship Thomas arrived with enslaved Africans in Dominica. About 248 people had been taken aboard and approximately 230 arrived.

Vessel: Thomas; flag: Great Britain; rig: Brig; estimated standardized tonnage: 110. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Copeland, Jno; Investor: Copeland, Jno; Captain: Oates, Richard. The voyage began at Liverpool on 25 June 1785. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: New Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Dominica, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.