Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The holiday is celebrated on June 19th, which is the anniversary of the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that the Civil War had ended and that all enslaved people were free.
This video explores the history of Juneteenth and its significance to African American culture. We'll learn about the events that led up to Juneteenth, the importance of the holiday to African Americans, and how Juneteenth is celebrated today.
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