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 (267 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United Kingdom | 2 | 8.50 | 0.22% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 147,099 | $2,700,000 | 5,850$ |
| Totals | 2 | 67,886,011 | 147,099 | $2,700,000 | 5,850$ |
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United Kingdom:
Project Spire’s critics have instead focused on the legacy of Anglican abolitionist MPs, such as William Wilberforce.
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United Kingdom:
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.
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New Zealand:
William Wilberforce is referenced as a historical figure known for his legislative efforts to abolish the slave trade.
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Bangladesh:
William Wilberforce was persuaded by Thomas Clarkson to raise the issue of ending the slave trade in Parliament.
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Guyana:
William Wilberforce’s ‘Anti-Slavery Society’ explained the need for training and education for the enslaved.
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Guyana:
William Wilberforce is referenced for his contributions to the abolition of the slave trade.
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