The Abolition of Slavery in Brazil: a Journey through History and Change
Words: 883 2249On May 13, 1888, Brazil officially abolished slavery with the signing of the Lei Áurea, or the Golden Law, by Princess Isabel. This significant event concluded a long, complex process of struggle and negotiation, making Brazil the last country in the Americas to end slavery. The road to abolition was arduous, marked by resistance, economic interests, and social transformation, reflecting the deep integration of slavery in Brazilian life and its economy. Slavery's roots in Brazil date back to the early […]