Over 150 years ago, U.S. Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger enforced the Emancipation Proclamation in Galveston, Texas liberating slaves. Today, we celebrate June 19th, 1865 “Juneteenth” as a Federal Holiday commemorating General Order No. 3. Throughout our nation’s history African Americans have contributed to our country, making an impact despite enduring hardship. During the Civil War,…
Month: June 2023
