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

Vessel: Hercules; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 305. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Bold, Arthur; Investor: Bold, Arthur; Investor: Barber, Miles. The voyage began at London on 26 April 1786. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gold Coast, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Dominica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 7.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.