Wilberforce Monument

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The Wilberforce Monument in Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom, is a significant landmark dedicated to William Wilberforce, a native of Hull and a prominent figure in the abolition of the slave trade. The monument features a towering Doric column, standing approximately 102 feet high, topped with a statue of Wilberforce himself. Erected in 1834, the monument serves as a tribute to Wilberforce's relentless efforts and contributions towards ending slavery and his lasting impact on human rights.

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