Juneteenth explained: What is it and how should it be celebrated?

By , Special to The Daily Memphian Updated: June 19, 2024 4:00 AM CT | Published: June 19, 2024 4:00 AM CT

Juneteenth has also been called Freedom Day, Emancipation Day, Black Fourth of July and second Independence Day, among others. Here’s the history of the holiday.

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