
William Wilberforce
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.
Born on Jul 24, 1759 (265 years old)
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William Wilberforce is referenced for his contributions to the abolition of the slave trade.
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