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“The Slave Trade, though nominally abolished, is actively pursued here, eighty-three slaves having been landed just before my arrival, and another cargo during my stay.” quote by George Grey
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“The Slave Trade, though nominally abolished, is actively pursued here, eighty-three slaves having been landed just before my arrival, and another cargo during my stay.”

George Grey

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal Correspondence, 1850

Slave trade continues despite official bans, showing ongoing illegal activity.

In simple terms: Slavery persists illegally.

Key Takeaway

Expose and combat hidden injustices.

Themes

human rights injustice history

Mood

somber urgent

Type

historical political

When to use this quote

  • historical research
  • policy advocacy
  • education programs

Key Concepts

colonialism economic exploitation legal loopholes

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives continued illegal trade?
  • How can societies enforce abolition?
A Different Perspective

Complex to eradicate entrenched systems.

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