The slave ship Hester began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Hester; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 191. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Jenkins, William; Investor: Jenkins, William; Investor: Jones, James; Captain: Langley, John. The voyage began at Bristol on 29 February 1788. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gold Coast, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 7.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.