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

Vessel: Ellen; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 134. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Dawson, John; Investor: Dawson, John; Captain: Ford, John; Captain: Hull, Benjamin. The voyage began at Liverpool on 19 November 1789. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Lagos, Onim (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 35.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.