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What happened on June 19, 1865, in Galveston Bay, Texas?

Question #151285. Asked by BigTriviaDawg.
Last updated Jun 19 2024.
Originally posted Jun 19 2024 8:02 PM.

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Well, this was the occasion that became known as Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, slaves were told that they were now free. About 250,000 enslaved people were so informed. This date was some two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

link https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth

Juneteenth has been a US public holiday since 2021 when President Biden signed the bill making it a law.

link https://www.loc.gov/item/today-in-history/june-19/
Response last updated by psnz on Jun 19 2024.
Jun 19 2024, 8:04 PM
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