What is Juneteenth, the holiday that marks the end of American slavery?

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The Emancipation Proclamation ended American slavery in 1863, but the state of Texas didn't free slaves until June 19, 1865 - Juneteenth!

      


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The Emancipation Proclamation ended American slavery in 1863, but the state of Texas didn't free slaves until June 19, 1865 - Juneteenth!

      

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