National Freedom Day is celebrated on February 1st in the United States as a commemoration of the signing of the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on February 1, 1865. This amendment abolished slavery in the United States and officially recognized the freedom of all enslaved African Americans.

National Freedom Day was established by Major Richard Robert Wright Sr., an African American businessman and former slave, to honor the signing of the 13th Amendment and to promote freedom, equality, and justice for all Americans. The first National Freedom Day was observed on February 1, 1942.

This day serves as a reminder of the struggles and sacrifices made by African Americans in the fight for freedom and civil rights. It is a time to reflect on the progress that has been made and to continue working towards a society where all individuals are treated equally and have the opportunity to thrive.