Question

What is Juneteenth? Explain why it is still important and celebrated today?

Answer 1

Answer:

Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is also called Emancipation Day or Juneteenth Independence Day. The name “Juneteenth” references the date of the holiday, combining the words “June” and “nineteenth.”

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Answer 2

Juneteenth is a federal holiday that is celebrated in the united states in celebration of commemorating the emancipation of African-American slaves. It has been celebrated on June 19 in the united states since 1856