66. Wilberforce and the Fight for Freedom
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Aftermath of Abolition
This chapter examines the challenges faced after the British abolition of the slave trade in 1808, detailing the plight of those still enslaved and the efforts made to enforce the new laws. It highlights the complexities of social, economic, and political tensions in Britain and its colonies, revealing surprising truths about the persistence of slavery despite the abolitionist movement.
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