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Juneteenth’s roots run deep in Galveston, Texas, where freedom was finally declared in 1865 — two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation — sparking a tradition of joy, resilience, and community that birthed parks, barbecues, and bold acts of self-determination. From a Texas-only celebration to a national holiday in 2021, Juneteenth honors the enduring fight for liberation, reminding us that true freedom was never handed out — it was claimed, celebrated, and fiercely preserved.

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