Abolition of Slavery in Colombia

Date: May 21, 1851 • Location: Bogotá D.C., Colombia

The Congress of Colombia passed a law abolishing slavery in the country, to take effect at the beginning of the new year.

The Congress of the Republic of Colombia is the name given to Colombia's bicameral national legislature.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Colombia's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.