January 1, 1863
President Lincoln issues the Emancipation Proclamation
April 9, 1865
General Lee surrenders in Virginia
June 19, 1865
General Granger arrives in Texas and delivers news that slaves are freed
The 13th Amendment is passed, abolishing slavery in America
December, 1865
Texas becomes the first state to recognize Juneteenth as an official holiday
June 7, 1979
The Juneteenth flag is created by Ben Haith
1997
JUNE AWARENESS • Gun Violence Awareness • Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness • PTSD Awareness Month
Gov, Jay Inslee declares Juneteenth as an official paid holiday in Washington State
May 2021
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