
FAQ About William Wilberforce

Who was William Wilberforce?
William Wilberforce was a British politician known for his leadership in the movement to abolish the transatlantic slave trade. Born on August 24, 1759, in Hull, England, he dedicated much of his life to social reform and humanitarian efforts. His work was instrumental in passing the Slave Trade Act of 1807, which led to the abolition of the slave trade in the British Empire.