The slave ship Hawke left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Guyana. About 218 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Hawke; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 287. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Hodgson, Thomas; Investor: Hodgson, Thomas; Investor: Hodgson, Leckonby; Captain: Quay, John. The voyage began at Liverpool on 6 October 1800. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Demerara. Recorded outcome: Sold in the Americas after disembarking enslaved people.