Thomas Francklin

Thomas Francklin

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Thomas Francklin was a chaplain to George III and an Anglican cleric who articulated pro-slavery sentiments in the 18th century, illustrating the Church of England's alignment with slavery at the time.

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United Kingdom United Kingdom: Thomas Francklin, later the chaplain to George III, said: 'We use [African] bodies for our support and happiness.' 2

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