Juneteenth. Here's what you need to know about the holiday. African-Americans have since celebrated the day, which became known as Juneteenth, as a day of liberation.
Juneteenth (a portmanteau of June Nineteenth) is a celebration of Black emancipation—specifically in the state of To understand the origins of Juneteenth, one has to understand a few essential points. Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, Freedom Day and Juneteenth Independence Day, is an American holiday that commemorates the abolition of African slaves in Texas. S., with organizations in a number of countries.
May this year's celebration provide an opportunity to honor the progress that's been made and reflect on the.
Juneteenth is an American story about persistence, freedom, and joy no matter the obstacle.
I am proud to work with colleagues who are listening and *responding. Issued after the Union victory at Antietam, the Emancipation Proclamation had both moral and strategic implications for the ongoing Civil War. The day is also celebrated outside of the U.