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On This Day: Slavery is abolished in Martinique. (1848) - Illustration on human-rights | IllustrateTheWord

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On This Day: Slavery is abolished in Martinique. (1848)

Source: Today in History (history.muffinlabs.com) - CC BY-SA 3.037 words

On May 22, 1848: Slavery is abolished in Martinique.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the dignity and worth of every person made in God's image. Consider using it when preaching about human-rights.

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