The story behind Juneteenth, Jack Reader
Type
Label
The story behind Juneteenth, Jack Reader
Language
eng
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
The story behind Juneteenth
Oclc number
1090705762
Responsibility statement
Jack Reader
Series statement
Holiday histories
Summary
"Juneteenth, which is celebrated each year on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Interestingly, this holiday began in 1865--more than two years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. News spread much slower back then, and when slaves in Texas finally learned of their freedom, the holiday was born. In this book, readers are given an in-depth look at the history of Juneteenth, including the events leading up to its creation. Readers will love learning about how this important moment in U.S. history is celebrated each year"--, Provided by publisher
Table Of Contents
June 19th -- The American Civil War -- The Emancipation Proclamation -- Lee's surrender -- Juneteenth! -- A forgotten holiday -- Celebrating today
Target audience
juvenile