Edward Ibeh Poet Acrostic

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Juneteenth

Jubilant celebrations ring out all over the

                United States of America each year on the

        Nineteenth of June, to be exact; commemorating the

  Emancipation proclamation. What a happy day it is, and was!

        Tens of thousands of enslaved Black people saw the

      End of slavery in America, finally. Hallelujah! It's a day

  Ebulliently marked with parades, street fairs, cookouts, et al.

  Not a federal holiday, which is a crying shame! In Galveston, 

       Texas, on June 19, 1865, freedom bells joyously rang! 

 History thanks Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger who set it in motion.


Fun fact: I kicked off my contest debut with a "Juneteenth" theme.
Date written: 06/19/2020

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Gordon Mcconnell June 19, 2020 at 3:23 PM Great write Edward, a super acrostic making it really compelling. Also, I've never heard of Juneteenth day, quite amazing indeed. Edward Ibeh June 19, 2020 at 4:12 PM Thank you, Gordon:-) It's surprising how little-known and celebrated Juneteenth is. The fact that it's not recognized as a federal holiday definitely has a lot to do with it.

Andrea Dietrich June 19, 2020 at 1:32 PM I remember when you did that contest!! It's cool to see you bringing it to our attention again with a poem celebrating that memorable day. Edward Ibeh June 19, 2020 at 4:02 PM You placed in that contest, didn't you? At least I hope you did, Andrea:-) It was an awesome contest that inspired me to keep doing more!

Tom Cunningham June 19, 2020 at 7:24 AM I'd heard the word Juneteenth but didn't know what it was, until now. A great day indeed Edward and one that should be commemorated. Tom Edward Ibeh June 19, 2020 at 8:48 AM Happy Juneteenth, Tom:-) I hope it's a wondrous day for you, my friend!