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Juneteenth: America’s Freedom Day
Juneteenth, celebrated every June 19, marks the announcement that enslaved people in Texas were free, symbolizing the end of slavery in the United States. It originated from General Order No. 3, issued on June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers enforced the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas, the last Confederate state with slavery. In 2021, Juneteenth became a federal holiday, recognized nationwide and beyond as a day of freedom and reflection.
Key Facts
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom.
General Order No. 3 enforced the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas but did not end slavery nationwide.
Slavery officially ended in the U.S. with the 13th Amendment on December 6, 1865.
The first Juneteenth celebration, called “Freedom Day,” happened on June 19, 1866, in Texas.
The holiday spread to other states, declined in the early 20th century, and revived during the Civil Rights Movement.
Texas declared Juneteenth a state holiday in 1980; it became a U.S. federal holiday in 2021.
Historical Context
Juneteenth marks the delayed freedom of enslaved people in Texas after the Emancipation Proclamation, which had declared slaves free in Confederate states starting January 1, 1863. However, the proclamation was not enforced in all areas until Union troops arrived. The nation’s formal abolition of slavery came months later with the 13th Amendment.
Historical Significance
Juneteenth is a powerful symbol of freedom and resilience. It highlights the slow and uneven process of emancipation, reflecting how some enslaved people had to wait years after the Emancipation Proclamation to be freed. Today, it serves as a reminder of the struggle for civil rights and the continuing pursuit of justice and equality in America.
Learn More: History of Juneteenth
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