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Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom and Emancipation
Juneteenth, a Federal Holiday
Juneteenth National Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States, celebrated annually on June 19th. This day commemorates June 19, 1865, when the last remaining enslaved people in the Confederacy were informed of their freedom, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation had declared all slaves in Confederate territory to be free.
A Long-Overdue Recognition
The celebration of Juneteenth marks a significant milestone in the history of the United States. It represents the culmination of a long and arduous struggle for freedom and equality for African Americans and serves as a reminder of the horrors of slavery and the sacrifices made by those who fought for its abolition.
A Day of Celebration and Reflection
Juneteenth is a day for celebration and reflection. It is a time to honor the legacy of those who fought for the abolition of slavery and to recommit to the ongoing fight for racial justice and equality in our society. It is also an opportunity to learn from the past and to work towards creating a more just and equitable future for all.
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