Abolishing Slavery Through New Constitution

On October 5, 1842, Paraguay took a bold step towards justice by abolishing slavery, marking a crucial moment in its history. Under the leadership of Consuls Carlos Antonio López and Mariano Roque Alonso, the Congress of Paraguay declared the end of slavery, freeing the remaining enslaved people in the country. Unlike other nations where abolition was met with resistance, Paraguay’s move was swift, influenced by its desire for self-sufficiency and equality among its citizens. While legal slavery ended, remnants of forced labor and servitude persisted, particularly among indigenous communities. This decision aligned with Paraguay’s growing nationalist policies and efforts to strengthen its economy and military without reliance on forced labor. The abolition of slavery in 1842 positioned Paraguay as one of the earliest Latin American countries to take such a step, ahead of many of its neighbors. #AbolitionOfSlavery #ParaguayHistory #1842 #FreedomForAll #MomentsOfLife #MoofLife