The slave ship Thomas departed on a transatlantic slave-trading voyage that would carry enslaved Africans to Trinidad and Tobago.

Vessel: Thomas; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 174. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Jones, James; Captain: Vicars, William. The voyage began at Bristol on 1 June 1786. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Bonny (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Zion Hill. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 2.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.