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Juneteenth: The history of a national holiday
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Here's some of its history, and how it came to be a national holiday. President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation into law on Jan. 1, 1863, freeing all slaves in the Confederate states — on paper, at least.
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See the Birthplace of Juneteenth in These Atmospheric Photos of Galveston, TexasA photographer's journey to the Gulf Coast city yields 16 images that reveal how its natural beauty melds with its momentous ...
Take a look at the history of Juneteenth in Fort Worth, including the legacy of Opal Lee who campaigned for years to make it ...
The politics of Juneteenth today can probably be best understood by what's happening or not happening at the White House.
However, this year, amid a different national political climate, the organization will not be hosting any Juneteenth events.
Residents of all ages gathered at the Lincoln Recreation Center for a day of remembrance, unity and cultural celebration in ...
In Juneteenth’s fifth year as a federal holiday, commemorations of the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States continue to evolve in the Baltimore area and beyond.
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Juneteenth National Independence Day: Celebrating freedom with parades, panels and purposeCommunities across the country mark Juneteenth National Independence Day, which celebrates freedom with parades, panels and ...
The free, 25-minute music and dance program, "Remembering Juneteenth," will begin at 9:30 a.m. Thursday in Alamo Plaza.
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