William Wilberforce
United KingdompoliticianMaleb. 17598.5Global Dominance: 0.00%William Wilberforce was a prominent British politician, philanthropist, and leader of the movement to abolish the transatlantic slave trade in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His relentless advocacy in the House of Commons and his role in the passage of the Slave Trade Act of 1807 made him a central figure in the fight against slavery.
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Project Spire’s critics have instead focused on the legacy of Anglican abolitionist MPs, such as William Wilberforce.
Fresh evidence of C of E’s role in enslavement uncovered as church wrestles with reparations debate | AnglicanismUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-16
When moral opposition finally came, it was an outcry led by enslaved and freed people, Quakers, and in parliament by the independent MP William Wilberforce.
How enslavement became state-backed operation supported by Conservative and Lib Dem forerunners | SlaveryUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-15
William Wilberforce is referenced as a historical figure known for his legislative efforts to abolish the slave trade.
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New Zealand· 2025-12-17
William Wilberforce was persuaded by Thomas Clarkson to raise the issue of ending the slave trade in Parliament.
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Bangladesh· 2025-08-23
William Wilberforce’s ‘Anti-Slavery Society’ explained the need for training and education for the enslaved.
Structures that slavery bequeathed to all Guyanese must be reformed to allow freedom to be what we can be
Guyana· 2025-07-27
William Wilberforce is referenced for his contributions to the abolition of the slave trade.
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