Lettre à l'Empereur Alexandre sur la traite des noirs

Name: Lettre à l'Empereur Alexandre sur la traite des noirs
Author: William Wilberforce

By William Wilberforce

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The author addresses a reigning sovereign with a moral appeal to uphold and enforce the international prohibition of the transatlantic slave trade, recounting its persistent atrocities and recent resurgence despite diplomatic condemnations. He outlines how ignorance and economic interests on the continent have permitted frauds and continuations of the trade, summarizes its human and social consequences, and urges corrective action grounded in religion and humanitarian duty. The text combines documentary detail, moral argumentation, and political admonition, aiming to inform receptive governments, dispel excuses of ignorance, and provoke concrete measures to suppress the commerce and alleviate its effects.

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William Wilberforce

William Wilberforce (1759-1833) was a prominent British politician, philanthropist, and a leading campaigner for the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade. He is best known for his tireless efforts in Parliament, where he introduced numerous bills aimed at ending slavery, culminating in the passage of the Slavery Abolition Act in 1833. In addition to his political activism, Wilberforce was a devout Christian and wrote extensively on the moral implications of faith and society. His notable works include "A Letter on the Abolition of the Slave Trade," which addressed the ethical concerns surrounding slavery, and "A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians," which critiqued the disconnect between professed beliefs and genuine faith.