What is juneteethday?

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks the anniversary of the announcement of the abolition of slavery in the United States. It commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and informed enslaved African Americans of their freedom, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. The day is a celebration of African American culture, history, and achievements, and it became a federal holiday in June 2021. Events often include parades, educational activities, and community gatherings.