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William Wilberforce, born August 24, , was the only son of Robert and Elizabeth Wilberforce of Hull, England. He was a delicate child, not very strong physically. From early childhood he showed compassion for others.

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His grandfather was a merchant who imported hemp,timber, and iron ore and exported many products from Yorkshire. William had three sisters, but one died at age 8 and another at age Only Sarah lived to be an adult.

When William was only 9 years old his father died and he was sent to live with his aunt and uncle, Hannah and William Wilberforce at Wimbledon.

He was placed in a private school where he remained for two years. He received early religious training while living with them.

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The evangelist John Newton was a good friend of the family. He visited in their home and William and his aunt and uncle also visited in the Newton home. He was a former slave-ship captain, but he forsook the trade and spent the rest of his life working to free the slaves and prevent furth