The slave ship Ellen left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Trinidad and Tobago. About 253 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Ellen; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 152. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Dawson, John; Investor: Dawson, John; Captain: Irving, James; Captain: Baillie, James; Investor: Baillie, James. The voyage began at Liverpool on 3 January 1791. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gold Coast, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Trinidad, port unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 19.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.