Granville Sharp (1735-1813) was an English abolitionist and a key figure in the movement to end slavery in Britain. He is best known for his legal work that helped establish the principle that enslaved people could not be forcibly removed from Britain. His efforts contributed to the eventual abolition of the transatlantic slave trade. Sharp was also a prominent supporter of the Society for Effecting the Abolition of the Slave Trade, which aimed to raise awareness about the injustices of slavery. His advocacy and legal victories laid the groundwork for future abolitionists, including William Wilberforce, who played a significant role in the passage of the Slavery Abolition Act 1833.