Juneteenth Celebrates Freedom by Myra Faye Turner
In 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation declared that all enslaved people in Confederate States were legally free. But word traveled slowly during the Civil War. It wasn't until June 19, 1865--more than two months after the war ended--that the good news finally reached Galveston, Texas. From that moment forward, June 19 became a day to celebrate freedom--first in Texas and then across the country. How did Juneteenth develop over time, and what is the holiday's enduring legacy? Find out in an easy-to-read graphic novel that reveals why Juneteenth's evolution into a federal holiday is among the greatest moments in history.
Myra Faye Turner is a writer, poet, avid coffee drinker, and children's books author. She has written several books for Atlantic Publishing including The Young Adult's Guide to Identity Theft: A Step-by-Step Guide to Stopping Scammers and So You Want to Publish Your Own Book & E-Book: A Step-by-Step Guide to Fun & Profitable Publishing. She lives in New Orleans, Louisiana with her teenage son, Tyler.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781669016922 |
| ISBN 10 | 1669016927 |
| Title | Juneteenth Celebrates Freedom |
| Author | Myra Faye Turner |
| Series | Great Moments In History |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Capstone Press |
| Year published | 2023-01-08 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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