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Exploring the history and impact of Juneteenth, the chapter reflects on the significant announcement by General Gordon Granger on June 19th, 1865, marking the end of slavery in Galveston, Texas and its implications for African Americans. The discussion highlights the interconnectedness between Juneteenth, the Declaration of Independence, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the long journey towards the abolition of slavery in the United States.