25 years of Taubira law: France recognizes slavery as crime against humanity

On May 10, 2001, France became the first country in the world to recognize slavery as a crime against humanity through the Taubira law.

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This historic law paved the way for official recognition and moral reparations for descendants of enslaved people.

Twenty-five years after its passage, this anniversary marks a major turning point in French memorial policy.

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