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What is Juneteenth? Here's the history of the newest federal holiday
Juneteenth marks the events of June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas when the last Black slaves of the Confederacy were ordered ...
What's the history of Juneteenth? Is it a federal holiday this year?
Juneteenth, which is short for “June Nineteenth”, celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday, which is ...
LA County communities celebrate the history of heft of Juneteenth
The celebration in Leimert Park, billed as a “Black Family Reunion,” included many of the emotions that come with family ...
Biden shares message of unity and action during Juneteenth celebration at historic Black church
Former President Joe Biden celebrated Juneteenth on Thursday at a historic Black church in Texas, calling for Americans to ...
New sign displays history of the Underground Railroad in Waverly
The new sign debuted for the Destination Freedom Walking Tour on Juneteenth, the day that commemorates the end of slavery in ...
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‘Part of American history’: South Floridians celebrate Juneteenth with parades, events
Thursday marked Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day and Emancipation Day a federal holiday marking the end of slavery in ...
'This is American history:' The nation celebrates Juneteenth, see photos around the US
With flags, ceremonies, parades and pomp, celebrations across the United States marked the day the promise of freedom finally ...