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Juneteenth, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery. The holiday's name is a portmanteau of the words "June" and "nineteenth", as it was on June 19, 1865, when Major General Gordon Granger ordered the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas at the end of the American Civil War. Learn More at https://lnkd.in/gXi62WX #Juneteenth

Happy Juneteenth!! "Juneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood." Get more information about the significance for Juneteenth and more below https://lnkd.in/ebGMyJb5

Today is Juneteenth. Some of you may be asking what Juneteenth is - and I would counsel you to stop asking and start researching. It doesn't take much to google it and check out the entry on wikipedia (https://lnkd.in/gcennVVF). Now is that sufficient? No. It's a start. Understand how the day became a federal holiday (though not recognized by all organizations). Then ask why some companies don't enable their employees to celebrate African American history (or at least without taking an unpaid holiday or one of their vacation days). Or ask why/how the 250k enslaved people who were freed on June 19, 1865 were still held in slavery over 2.5 years after the emancipation proclamation was issued? The key is not thinking you have all the answers. It's asking questions that get you those answers over time. #juneteenth #perspective #americanhistory #slavery

We wish you a happy and safe Fourth of July! Independence Day, known colloquially as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates the ratification of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, establishing the United States of America. The Founding Father delegates of the Second Continental Congress declared that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject (and subordinate) to the monarch of Britain, King George III, and were now united, free, and independent states. The Congress voted to approve independence by passing the Lee Resolution on July 2 and adopted the Declaration of Independence two days later, on July 4. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches, and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States. #iPS #iPSSelect #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay #FourthofJuly #IndependenceDay #USA #July4th #AmericanHistory #Freedom #Fireworks #Barbecue #FamilyReunion #Celebration #Patriotism #RedWhiteandBlue #America #StarsandStripes #DeclarationofIndependence #FoundingFathers #RevolutionaryWar #Liberty #Unity #ProudAmerican #LandoftheFree #HomeoftheBrave #GodBlessAmerica #UnitedStates #CelebrateAmerica #HistoryInAction

On this day in 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, a powerful document that proclaimed the American colonies' separation from Great Britain. Authored mainly by Thomas Jefferson, the Declaration asserted that all men are created equal and endowed with unalienable rights, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The Declaration cited specific grievances against the British Crown, detailing why the colonies were rebelling. Key issues included unjust taxation without representation, the imposition of laws without colonial consent, and the restriction of trade. These grievances highlighted the colonies' desire for self-governance and fair treatment. The signers of the Declaration knew the stakes were incredibly high. By putting their names on this document, they committed an act of treason against the British Crown, risking their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor. Had the colonies lost the Revolutionary War, these brave individuals would have faced execution, imprisonment, or financial ruin. The Declaration of Independence represents more than just the birth of a nation; it embodies the enduring ideals of freedom, equality, and self-determination. Today, as we celebrate the 4th of July, let's remember the courage and sacrifices of those who paved the way for our liberty. Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸📝 #DeclarationOfIndependence #History #FourthOfJuly #Freedom #Liberty

We wish you a happy and safe Fourth of July! Independence Day, known colloquially as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates the ratification of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, establishing the United States of America. The Founding Father delegates of the Second Continental Congress declared that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject (and subordinate) to the monarch of Britain, King George III, and were now united, free, and independent states. The Congress voted to approve independence by passing the Lee Resolution on July 2 and adopted the Declaration of Independence two days later, on July 4. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches, and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States. #iPS #iPSNautech #NautechServices #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay #FourthofJuly #IndependenceDay #USA #July4th #AmericanHistory #Freedom #Fireworks #Barbecue #FamilyReunion #Celebration #Patriotism #RedWhiteandBlue #America #StarsandStripes #DeclarationofIndependence #FoundingFathers #RevolutionaryWar #Liberty #Unity #ProudAmerican #LandoftheFree #HomeoftheBrave #GodBlessAmerica #UnitedStates #CelebrateAmerica #HistoryInAction

Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, TX in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. These quarter million enslaved people represented the last in the country to be told of their emancipation, giving Juneteenth its unique significance. The following December, slavery was to be abolished in the United States when the Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution was ratified. In 1866, free Texans began the first annual “Jubilee Day” celebration on June 19. The troops’ arrival came a full two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the end of slavery in the United States. Initially, once the enslaved received this proclamation, they took part in parties, family reunions, barbecues, reading, and hosting various church services. They carried out actions they were once restricted from enjoying. Juneteenth has impacted the narrative crafted on freedom, liberation, and legacy. The event that transpired on June 19, 1865, was not the beginning of Black people’s quest for freedom and our continued celebration of this holiday will ensure that we will never stop seeking freedom. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #NSBEProfessionals #BlackEngineers #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #NSBEPros #SucceedProfessionally #CulturallyResponsible #NSBE

Celebrating the spirit of freedom and unity on this Independence Day #LandOfTheFree "As the sun rises on this hallowed day, our hearts swell with pride and gratitude for the precious gift of freedom. Independence Day isn't just a date on the calendar; it's a symphony of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering determination that echoes through the annals of history.  #digicialmedia #digiciallife#digicial#raipurlifestyle#businessofig#raipurbusiness#digitalmarketing#digicialmedia#socialmediafriends#trendingnow#trendingmemes