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

Vessel: Toms; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 312. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Leyland, Thomas; Investor: Molyneaux, Thomas; Captain: Whittle, John; Investor: Whittle, John. The voyage began at Liverpool on 12 January 1795. 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: 8.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.