Granville Sharp
English abolitionist and scholar
Born
November 10th, 1735
289 years ago
Died
July 6th, 1813
211 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
England
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An influential activist and scholar, played a significant role in the abolitionist movement in England. Co-founded the Sierra Leone Company, which aimed to resettle freed slaves in West Africa. Contributed to the legal battle against slavery with landmark cases such as Somerset v Stewart, which helped establish legal precedents against slavery in Britain. Published works on the rights of Africans and the importance of justice and humanity.
Co-founded the Sierra Leone Company
Played a key role in Somerset v Stewart case
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