Events tagged with "danish west indies"

Historical Events tagged with "danish west indies"

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Emancipation of Slaves in Danish West Indies

July 3rd, 1848 176 years ago

Peter von Scholten declared the emancipation of remaining enslaved people in the Danish West Indies, following growing tensions and a desire for reform. This landmark announcement took place on St. Croix, where public sentiment had shifted towards abolition. Governor-General von Scholten's decision was influenced by various factors, including the Haitian Revolution and the abolitionist movements gaining momentum across the globe.