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5 Things You Need to Know About Juneteenth
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June 19, 2023
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June 19, 2023
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19:53Now PlayingJuneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Today, it celebrates African American freedom and achievement. We're returning to our 2020 episode about the holiday with a few of the facts that you should know as you celebrate today.
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT JUNETEENTHJuneteenth began in Texas with late news of emancipation.Emancipation Park in Houston began as a place to celebrate Juneteenth.Juneteenth was widely observed following the assassination of Dr. King.Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, although not all states observe it.Communities celebrate at different times.
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