Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Summary pg 324-354/365-6

This section of pages begins as we are introduced to Elizabeth Heyrick, a woman who thought the men abolitionists were not active enough and took too long to initiate change.  Heyrick began a new boycott - attempting to eliminate all slave-grown products from the economy.  Her boycott was effective as women in support stopped buying slave-grown sugar and abandoned the vendors who sold it.  We then come to John Smith, a minister who taught slaves to read.  The members of his Church started planning a rebellion and when they were caught, everything was blamed on Smith.  

Next, we learn of the requirements to vote and that candidates for Parliament could only be chosen from very select groups meeting certain requirements.  The Agency Antislavery Committee was formed.  This group caused fear amongst slave owners because they thought another rebellion might occur.  A revolt began and this triggered more British voices hoping to eliminate slavery.  In 1833, the Bill passed Parliament - but this did not mean slavery was to end immediately.  In 1834, the slaves were to work full time for 6 years without pay.  Only after this was completed were they officially free.  In 1838, the were freed for good.  

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