Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.
It marks the day, June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally learned of their freedom two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Junteenth is a time to reflect on the end of slavery and celebrate Black history and culture.
Junteenth, celebrated on June 19th
by Luna Arjuna
Jun 22
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th,
commemorates the emancipation of
enslaved African Americans in the United States.
It marks the day, June 19, 1865,
when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas
finally learned of their freedom
two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Junteenth is a time to reflect on
the end of slavery and celebrate
Black history and culture.