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Ronald V. Myers, Sr., M.D.
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NJOF &
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Welcome to the 19th of June Web Site
Search the Archives for historical milestones, Bill's and important letters.
Check our Calendar for details regarding the annual
WASHINGTON JUNETEENTH National Holiday Observance.
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WASHINGTON JUNETEENTH National Holiday Observance and
National Juneteenth Holiday Campaign.
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WHAT IS JUNETEENTH? Juneteenth or the "19th of June", is the date set aside for the celebration
of freedom from the end of enslavement for Americans of African descent. Juneteenth is reccognized by
41 states, the District of Columbia and the
U.S. Congress as
"Juneteenth Independence Day" in America. Although the rumors of freedom were widespread prior to this, actual
emancipation did not come until General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas and issued
General Order No. 3, on June 19, 1865, almost two
and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the
Emancipation Proclamation.
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NJOF National Juneteenth Observance Foundation
NJCLC National Juneteenth Christian Leadership Council
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