France Marks 25th Anniversary of Taubira Law on Slavery
Thursday marks the 25th anniversary of France's Taubira law, which recognized slavery as a crime against humanity. French lawmakers are now considering repeal of additional historical statutes known as the black code.
France 24Thursday marks the 25th anniversary of France's Taubira law, which recognized slavery as a crime against humanity for the first time. The law established legal recognition of slavery's historical status in French territories. France 24 reported that lawmakers are now considering further measures to address remaining statutes.
Members of parliament are moving to repeal provisions known as the black code. These statutes remained in force after the abolition of slavery in the 19th century. The proposed repeal would extend the scope of the original Taubira law. France 24 reported that the measures aim to address legal remnants from the period following abolition.
Key Facts
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3 events- 19th century
Abolition of slavery occurred in French territories.
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Taubira law recognized slavery as a crime against humanity.
1 sourceFrance 24 - Thursday
France marks 25th anniversary of Taubira law.
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Potential Impact
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Repeal of black code statutes would remove remaining historical legal provisions.
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