Brazil abolishes slavery under the Golden Law
On May 13, 1888, Brazil abolished slavery under the Golden Law.
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The Event
On May 13, 1888, Brazil abolished slavery under the Golden Law.
The Political Context
Princess Isabel signed abolition into law, ending legal enslavement without providing land or compensation to the formerly enslaved.
The legal milestone
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Reading the Historical Record
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About the Historical Recreation
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