The slave ship Alert left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Jamaica. About 276 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Alert; flag: Great Britain; rig: Brig; estimated standardized tonnage: 162. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Smith, John; Captain: Anderson, J; Investor: Anderson, J. The voyage began at Bristol on 13 November 1787. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gold Coast, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Port Royal. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 4.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.