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On June 19, 1865, Union troops delivered a proclamation in Galveston, Texas, notifying slaves in this last Confederate state of their emancipation. It became a day of celebration for Black communities, for them commemorating the end of slavery. Read more: https://www.kgw.com/article/news/nation-world/what-is-juneteenth-beginners-guide-proper-greetings/507-3092a513-ccd5-41dc-a2be-1fe292192829 Watch more The Story videos: http://bit.ly/watchTheStory Follow The Story on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheStoryKGW Follow The Story on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thestorykgw

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