Juneteenth commemorates an effective end of slavery in the United States, marking the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to proclaim slaves in that area free — two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. To read about the historical legacy of Juneteenth, go to:
https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth
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Thank you, Suzanna, for the beautiful words and powerful thoughts.
indeed.