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🌟 Honoring Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom and Reflection on History 🌟 Today, we join the nation in celebrating Juneteenth, a historic day that marks the true end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the freedom of the last remaining enslaved African Americans, more than two years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. In 2021 President Biden signed a law, making Juneteenth a federally recognized holiday. Despite this, many communities remain unfamiliar with the holiday and its importance in our nation’s history. Although celebratory in nature, the date is a reminder of the painful history that led to it and the injustices that remain. Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, and Liberation Day, is a reminder of the resilience, perseverance, and strength of Black Americans. It is a day to honor the past, acknowledge the ongoing struggles, and commit to building a future of equality and justice. At Bridge Partners, we are dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the rich history and contributions of the Black community. To find information about the history behind Juneteenth, you can visit these links below: 🌟 Juneteenth | National Museum of African American History and Culture: https://lnkd.in/gqvPZFF 🌟 Juneteenth: What It Is And How It Is Observed | NPR: https://lnkd.in/g_Hujyp 🌟 What Is Juneteenth? | HISTORY: https://lnkd.in/e-xqsEw 🌟 The Origins of Juneteenth and Why It Falls on June 19th | TIME: https://lnkd.in/gz2ZTvjf Let’s take this opportunity to educate ourselves, honor the legacy of those who fought for freedom, and continue working towards a more inclusive society. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #History #DiversityAndInclusion

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