Juneteenth marks our country’s second independence day. It has long been celebrated in the African American community. The historical legacy of Juneteenth shows the value of never giving up hope in uncertain times.
On “Freedom’s Eve,” or the eve of January 1, 1863, the first Watch Night services took place. On that night, enslaved and free African Americans gathered in churches and private homes all across the country awaiting news that the Emancipation Proclamation had taken effect. At the stroke of midnight, prayers were answered as all enslaved people in Confederate States were declared legally free. Read More...
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