Quantcast

Lake County Gazette

Sunday, December 22, 2024

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 58: Juneteenth marks the anniversary of Union Army General Gordon Granger arriving in Galveston

58

Illinois State House District 58 issued the following announcement on June 19

Juneteenth marks the anniversary of Union Army General Gordon Granger arriving in Galveston, Texas with news that all slaves were free. At a time when racism, violence and police brutality continue to affect Black communities, we must commit to continuing to demand true freedom, justice and equality for all.

Original source can be found here.

MORE NEWS