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Is there slavery in Iceland

Anonymous

∙ 15y ago

Updated: 11/10/2022

No. Iceland (as part of Denmark back then) was the first country to ban slavery.

Icelanders used to have slaves from Ireland and Britain in the viking age, but they weren't really mistreated as they lived under the same roof and received education and often married someone in the household.

Wiki User

∙ 15y ago

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When did Iceland abolish slavery?

Iceland abolished slavery in 1117.

Was there African slavery in Iceland?

No. The Vikings did have slaves that they brought with them to Iceland, but they were white, captured in the British Isles, Scotland and the islands west and north of Scotland.

In what country was there no slavery?

There is no country where slavery has never existed. However, some countries such as Iceland, Finland, and New Zealand have not had a history of widespread chattel slavery.

Iceland is known as?

Iceland is a northern independent country. Iceland is an island.

Iceland are they Europe?

iceland is in europe.

Where is the capital of Iceland located?

The capital of Iceland is Reykjavik.Reykjavík has officially been the capital of Iceland since 1845.

What is the abbreviation of Iceland?

Iceland is IS.

How many continents Iceland have?

Two continents have Iceland.

What is Iceland motto?

Iceland has no official motto.

What is the country in Europe that is the farthest west?

Iceland. On mainland Europe, the westernmost country is Portugal.

What country has the oldest surviving parliament?

Iceland

Is Iceland poor?

no Iceland is not poor.