Thomas Francklin
clergyman
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.
Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
75,095
Power
2,987$
Sentiment
2.00
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 2.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 75,095 | $2,700,000 | 2,987$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 75,095 | $2,700,000 | 2,987$ |
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United Kingdom:
Thomas Francklin, later the chaplain to George III, said: 'We use [African] bodies for our support and happiness.'
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