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What Happened on July 29, 1833

William Wilberforce’s Fight Against Slavery

Anti-slavery campaigner William Wilberforce was horrified by the plight of slaves from Africa
Anti-slavery campaigner William Wilberforce was horrified by the plight of slaves from Africa

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Famous Deaths

William Wilberforce

William Wilberforce, English abolitionist, dies at 73

William Wilberforce
Abolitionist William Wilberforce
1833 Highlights

About July 29, 1833

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 188 years, 9 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo



What Happened in 1833

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