Now you might or might not have heard of William Wilberforce, but unless you're a native of Hull (or very close to someone who is) you probably don't know that he was born there. If you don't know who he was you can find out more on my other blog. But a brief explanation is that he was England's leading anti-slavery campaigner who dedicated his life to bringing an end to the cruel trade.
Hull is very proud of him. Once you visit the city you can't avoid him.
He has his own museum (in the house where he was born).
There's a William Wilberforce pub.
They name streets after him.
If you visit Holy Trinity Church they show you the font where he was baptised.
And if you walk past Hull College you'll find him standing at the top of a very high column.
Now I'd like you to hop over to Amy blog and check out other Friday Fives. Click here.
Another new fact I have learnt today thank you. I've never considered Hull a very historic city but maybe it's time I reviewed my thinking! B x
ReplyDeleteWhat a fab 5, I do so love your posts as I learn something new every time. Of course I knew about Wilberforce and what he did for slavery but had no idea about the Hull connections. wonderful that he was baptised there too
ReplyDeleteI can understand why the city is proud that William Wilberforce was born there. There must be more to Hull than I know from just passing through including some interesting places to visit there and some impressive buildings.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a lovely break. I think most places have interesting facts/sights in them. It is just a matter of where to look. I am learning that there is beauty everywhere!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend
Sounds like you had a wonderful visit to Hull and I love your five things about William Wilberforce:)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this historical figure that I didn't know about. After reading about him and learning that he was a leading reformer, I can see why he is so well thought of in the city he's from. I always look forward to reading your blog and learning something. Fascinating! Enjoy your weekend, Pat xx
ReplyDeleteWell, I am pretty sure that Maureen Lipman comes from Hull, but other than that I am ashamed to say that I couldn't tell you a thing about Hull, so I am not only glad for William Wilberforce and the anti slavery work he did, I am glad that you told us about it. I am also glad that I just finished that very long sentence! It is good to learn more about the history of the person and the city. Glad you enjoyed your visit! Thank you for your support of Five On Friday, I so appreciate it!!! Have a great weekend! xx
ReplyDeleteGood old William Wilberforce, glad he is well remembered in Hull even if it is miles away. There's always something interesting to discover even in the most unlikely places. :-)
ReplyDeleteNever heard of him, now thanks to you I've learned about an interesting man.
ReplyDeleteWell, you learn something new every day. Wonderful! I am glad that Hull makes such a fuss of Wilberforce, he was a great man, and thank you for spreading the (old) news. x
ReplyDeleteI saw from the list over on your other blog that besides your husband (and Wilberforce) a lot of interesting folk come from Hull!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by in Normandy this week, bon dimanche.
Thanks for the introduction to William Wilberforce!
ReplyDeleteHooray for William - a true hero!
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