Juneteenth: History and Significance of the Federal Holiday

Juneteenth, recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, marking a significant milestone in US history.

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Juneteenth: History, celebrations and more about the federal holiday

In 2021, then-president Joe Biden signed a bill that made Juneteenth an official federal holiday. This historic legislation marked a significant milestone in recognizing and commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans

By Jordi Alonso Martínez Yañez

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Juneteenth: History and Significance of the Federal Holiday

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