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

Vessel: Thomas; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 307. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Boats, William; Investor: Boats, William; Captain: Dodson, Thomas; Investor: Dodson, Thomas; Captain: Seaman, Thomas; Investor: Seaman, Thomas; Investor: Percival, James. The voyage began at Liverpool on 20 October 1790. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Bonny (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 5.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.