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by Antonia Royal Whitmore (Author)
Our Independence Day: Why We Celebrate Juneteenth shares the powerful story of Juneteenth-a day when freedom finally reached powerful story of Juneteenth-a day when freedom finally reached those who had waited too long.
Though the promise was made in those who had waited too long. Though the promise was made in 1863, many didn't hear the news until June 19, 1865. When they 1863, many didn't hear the news until June 19, 1865. When they did, there were tears, hugs, and joyful celebrations. Juneteenth did, there were tears, hugs, and joyful celebrations. Juneteenth reminds us to honor the strength of our ancestors, celebrate how reminds us to honor the strength of our ancestors, celebrate how far we've come, and keep the spirit of freedom and pride alive in far we've come, and keep the spirit of freedom and pride alive in our hearts.
Number of Pages: 24
Dimensions: 0.06 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN
Publication Date: June 04, 2025
