Abolition of Slavery Act 1833

The Abolition of Slavery Act 1833 was a law passed in Britain that officially ended slavery throughout the British Empire. It made it illegal to own or trade enslaved people. The Act provided for the gradual freeing of enslaved individuals, particularly in colonies like the Caribbean and West Africa, and compensated slave owners for their loss. It marked a major step toward human rights and equality, reflecting changing attitudes against slavery and laying the foundation for future abolitionist efforts worldwide.