Historical Events tagged with "apprenticeship"
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Social Movements & Civil Rights
Abolition of Slavery in the Cape Colony
December 1st, 1834 190 years ago
The abolition of slavery in the Cape Colony occurred following the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833, which mandated the end of slavery throughout the British Empire. This significant change took place in the Cape of Good Hope, affecting thousands of enslaved individuals. The Act was intended to improve human rights and align with growing anti-slavery sentiments in Britain. On this date, slaves were officially freed, although owners were compensated for their loss of 'property'.
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