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

Vessel: Toms; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 302. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Tarleton, John; Investor: Tarleton, John; Captain: Tarleton, Thomas; Investor: Tarleton, Thomas; Investor: Backhouse, Dan; Captain: Shimmins, Radcliffe. The voyage began at Liverpool on 8 April 1792. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Congo River (West Central Africa and St Helena). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 6.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.