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Juneteenth: America's Second Independence Day

Juneteenth: America's Second Independence Day

Update: 2024-06-11
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On June 19th, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger announced in Galveston, Texas, that all enslaved persons were free. Slavery was ended. On the latest episode of the Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass tells how slavery ended in the United States and how people began to celebrate Juneteenth (June 19th)  as America's second Independence Day.

Visit our website for a transcript, photos, and links to more resources related to Juneteenth:
https://shop.notgrass.com/blog/exploring-history-podcast-9/juneteenth-america-s-second-independence-day-274


Homeschool curriculum and resources for all ages: https://notgrass.com/

Supplemental videos, field trips, and other resources: https://homeschoolhistory.com/

Encouragement for homeschool moms: https://charlenenotgrass.com/

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Juneteenth: America's Second Independence Day

Juneteenth: America's Second Independence Day

Ray Notgrass