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: Brown, Thomas; Investor: Brown, Thomas. The voyage began at Liverpool on 4 August 1786. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Ambriz (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Dominica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 1.0%. Recorded resistance: Three or more enslaved people jumping overboard, missing, or escaped. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.