Slavery abolished in Venezuela
- When
- 1854
- Where
- Venezuela
- Episodes
- 1
Slavery was abolished in Venezuela through an edict signed on 24 March 1854 by President José Gregorio Monagas. The decree proclaimed the nation free of slavery, marking a significant legal development during his presidency from 1851 to 1855.
Episodes
Background and detail
Background. José Gregorio Monagas served as president of Venezuela from 1851 to 1855. His administration is noted for the proclamation of Venezuela as a nation free of slavery, enacted by edict in March 1854.
The Abolition Edict. On 24 March 1854, President José Gregorio Monagas signed an edict that officially proclaimed Venezuela to be a nation free of slavery. This legal act established the abolition of slavery within the country during his term in office.
People involved
- José Gregorio Monagas · President of Venezuela
Sources
- José Gregorio Monagas Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-09
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