Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Deriving its name from combining "June" and "nineteenth", it is celebrated on the anniversary of General Order No. 3, issued by Major General Gordon Granger on June 19, 1865, … See more
WebJuneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. The...
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What Does Juneteenth Celebrate? The History of the Holiday | PBS
WebJun 15, 2022 · Juneteenth. The commemoration and holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the United States, plus the historical significance of …
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Juneteenth | National Museum of African American History and …
WebWhat is Juneteenth? On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas. He informed the enslaved African Americans of their freedom and that the Civil War had ended. This momentous …
WebJuneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as …
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Web2 days ago · "Juneteenth" has been a part of the American vocabulary since the 1890s. The reason you haven't heard much about it in your history textbooks is simply because …
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The volunteer behind Port Arthur's Juneteenth celebration finds …
Web1 day ago · Juneteenth, or June 19, is an annual event recognizing the day in 1865 when military members arrived in Galveston to share the news that slavery had ended. The …
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HHOMA announces performers for annual Juneteenth Celebration
WebMar 28, 2023 · The Juneteenth Celebration works in partnership with FestivALL Charleston to put on the event. This year’s celebration will be held on Saturday, June 17, from 5 …