Juneteenth: The Day Freedom Finally Reached Texas"

A major historical event on June 19 is the origins of Juneteenth—a pivotal moment in American history.

On June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, with Union troops and issued General Order No. 3, officially informing the remaining enslaved African Americans in

Texas that they were free—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation took effect
This announcement marked the final enforcement of emancipation in the United States.

The date evolved into an annual celebration of freedom, hope, and resilience—coined "Juneteenth"—and eventually became a federal holiday in 2021

Symbolizes the completion of emancipation, particularly in areas previously beyond the reach of Union authority.

Represents a powerful legacy of African American perseverance, cultural pride, and the ongoing fight for civil rights .

communities worldwide—Juneteenth is marked with parades, festivals, educational events, and ceremonies that honor Black history, culture, and achievements

In short, June 19th commemorates when the very last enslaved people in the U.S. learned they were free—an event whose legacy endures today as Juneteenth

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