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Website brings together the spirit of Juneteenth, the oldest known celebration of the ending of slavery. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond. Juneteenth commemorates African American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement. It is a day, a week, and in some areas a month marked with celebrations, guest speakers, picnics and family gatherings.
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Juneteenth World Wide Celebration |
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Society, History, By Region, North America - Juneteenth Worldwide Celebration. Website brings together the spirit of Juneteenth, the oldest known celebration of the ending of slavery. |
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