Slavery Abolition Act of 1833

The Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 was a law passed by the British Parliament that abolished slavery throughout the British Empire. It made it illegal to own people as slaves, effectively freeing thousands of enslaved individuals in colonies like the Caribbean, Africa, and Canada. The law also provided for compensation to slave owners for the loss of their "property," though enslaved people gained their freedom without compensation. This Act marked a significant step in the global movement to end slavery, reflecting changing attitudes toward human rights and equality.