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How to Celebrate and Honor Juneteenth

Juneteenth (short for "June 19") marks the emancipation of African Americans who had been enslaved in the United States. On January 1, 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, announcing the end of slavery in the United States. However, it wasn't until June 19, 1865, that the news reached every enslaved American. Juneteenth was first celebrated on June 19

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What is Juneteenth?

What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth is one of the most important holidays in United States history.

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