History of Europe

When was slavery abolished in Europe?

The answer: 19th century

Explanations:

Slavery was abolished gradually throughout Europe in the 19th century. In 1833, the British Empire passed the Abolition of Slavery Act, which led to the emancipation of slaves in most British colonies. In France, slavery was abolished in 1848, and in Spain it was abolished in 1873. Portugal was the last European country to abolish slavery, when it abolished it in 1869.