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More than two years after President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, effective January 1, 1863, Texans received the news on June 19, 1865, that slavery had ended.
In many states, festivals are held annually by African Americans to commemorate their freedom.
Learn more about Juneteenth in this USA TODAY feature.
News courtesy of Rio Salado’s Diversity and Inclusion Council
News courtesy of Rio Salado’s Diversity and Inclusion Council