Juneteenth

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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

Date: 6/19/2020 3:23:00 PM

Great write Edward, a super acrostic making it really compelling. Also, I've never heard of Juneteenth day, quite amazing indeed.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/19/2020 4:12:00 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

Date: 6/19/2020 1:32:00 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
Date: 6/19/2020 4:02:00 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

Date: 6/19/2020 7:24:00 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
Date: 6/19/2020 8:48:00 AM

Happy Juneteenth, Tom:-) I hope it's a wondrous day for you, my friend!