Juneteenth, also known as Jubilee Day or Freedom Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and read General Order No. 3, announcing that all enslaved people in Texas were free by executive decree. This came two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed by President Abraham Lincoln.

Juneteenth represents the end of slavery in the United States and is celebrated as a day of freedom and liberation for Black Americans. It is an important day in Black history, highlighting the struggles and resilience of African Americans in their fight for equality and justice. Today, Juneteenth is recognized as a state or ceremonial holiday in most states and is observed with various events, such as parades, cookouts, festivals, and educational activities that honor African American heritage and culture.