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What Happened on July 29, 1833

Article: 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


Person of interestWilliam Wilberforce

William Wilberforce, English abolitionist, dies at 73

Abolitionist William Wilberforce
Abolitionist
William Wilberforce

1833 Highlights

About July 29, 1833

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 187 years, 7 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo



What Happened in 1833