England's End of Slave Trade 1807
Definition
This refers to the abolition of the slave trade by the British Parliament in 1807. It made it illegal to buy, sell, or transport slaves in the British Empire.
Analogy
Think of this like a major fast food chain deciding to stop selling its most popular but unhealthy item. The decision was controversial and had significant economic implications, but it was driven by moral considerations and public pressure.
Related terms
Abolitionism: A movement aiming to end slavery and the slave trade.
William Wilberforce: An English politician who played a key role in abolishing the slave trade in Britain.
Slave Trade Act 1807: The legislation passed by British Parliament that abolished the slave trade.
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