This Day in History Entry #182
August 1st, 2012 by Wordsman
Long before the U.S.’ slaves were free
They were given their rights ‘cross the sea
It would take several years
‘Fore they could let out cheers
But it started in eighteen-three-three
Event: Slavery Abolition Act 1833 goes into effect in the United Kingdom
Year: 1834
Learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slavery_Abolition_Act_1833
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