Ellice (also known as Ellis or Ellise) was launched in 1798 in Bermuda. From 1800 until her loss in 1817, she served as a hired transport for the government, carrying passengers and cargo between London and the Mediterranean, including destinations as far as Malta. She was wrecked in November 1817.
Career Ellice entered Lloyd's Register (LR) in 1800 with J.Dryden, master, Mellish & Co, owner, and trade London transport.LR (1800), "E" supple.pages. She had damages repaired in 1800.
Year Master Owner Trade Source & notes 1801 J.Dryden Mellish London transport LR; damages repaired 1800 1807 J.Dryden Mellish London transport LR; damages repaired 1800 1809 Longstaff Mellish London transport RS – Ellis 1811 Longstaff Mellish London transport RS – Ellis 1812 Longstaff Mellish London transport LR; thorough repair 1812 1815 Longstaff Mellish London transport Register of Shipping; thorough repair 1811 1818 J.Scott Mellish London–Malta LR; thorough repair 1812
Fate The transport ship Ellice was wrecked on 1 November 1817, on the north coast of Spain. By one report, 144 passengers and the crew were rescued. LLoyd's List reported that the wreck took place on 5 November and that an officer to the 60th Regiment and about 30 others were drowned.LL 28 November 1817, №5233.
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