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Tag: Juneteenth

A holiday celebrated on June 19 to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US. The holiday was first celebrated in Texas, where on that date in 1865, in the aftermath of the Civil War, enslaved people were declared free under the terms of the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation.

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We Must Remember

16 Jun 202416 Jun 2024
Fredrick Douglass’ speech “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” remains a relevant lamentation. The presence of the Freedom Suits Memorial stands as another acknowledgement and reminder of…
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Juneteenth Perspectives

12 Jun 202328 Jan 2024
The Freedom Suits Memorial Foundation celebrates Juneteenth by examining its history and its potential impact on current generations of all ethnicities. Compelling reading: "The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth," from the…
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