Think of Juneteenth as black Independence Day.
On Monday, June 19, 1865, the Union Gen. Gordon Granger stood in Galveston, Texas and informed a group of residents that the world as they'd known it had come to an end: All slaves were now free.
The newly liberated slaves began celebrating immediately. They commemorated that day every year after, giving rise to Juneteenth, a celebration that is now observed throughout the United States.
Enjoy your holiday, give time to your family and pray for those who have struggled to make sure that your history is remembered.
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