Juneteenth National Independence Day in Guam
Juneteenth National Independence Day is a holiday in Guam.
When is Juneteenth National Independence Day in Guam
Juneteenth National Independence Day is celebrated on 19, June, 2023 in Guam.
About Juneteenth National Independence Day in Guam
Juneteenth National Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States that commemorates the end of slavery. It is celebrated on June 19th each year and marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas and announced that all slaves in Texas were free, two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.
The holiday was officially recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, and it is observed by many states, cities, and organizations across the country. It is a day to celebrate African American culture, history, and achievements, as well as to reflect on the ongoing struggle for racial justice and equality.
As for its status in Guam, it is unclear whether the holiday is observed there as it is a US territory. However, some organizations and communities in Guam may choose to recognize and celebrate Juneteenth.
History of Juneteenth National Independence Day in Guam
Juneteenth is a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. It is celebrated on June 19th and is also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers led by Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas and announced that all slaves were free under the Emancipation Proclamation, which had been signed by President Abraham Lincoln two years earlier.
Juneteenth celebrations began in Texas in 1866 and spread throughout the United States over time. It became an official state holiday in Texas in 1980 and is now recognized as a holiday or observance in almost all U.S. states. In 2021, it was declared a federal holiday by President Joe Biden. Juneteenth is a time for African Americans to celebrate their heritage and history, as well as to reflect on the ongoing struggle for racial justice and equality in the United States.