Why is Juneteenth celebrated as a federal holiday in the US?

Juneteenth is a special day that celebrates freedom for people who were once held captive.

A long time ago, many people in the US were slaves, which means they couldn’t make their own choices or live freely. They had to work hard without getting much in return.

One day, a group of soldiers came to tell them that slavery was over, finally! That happened on June 19th, and now we call that day Juneteenth.

A federal holiday is like a special break for everyone in the country. It’s a way to remember an important event together. People wanted Juneteenth to be recognized across the whole nation because it showed how strong and brave those who were once captive were.

Now, on Juneteenth, people celebrate by having parades, eating delicious food, and sharing stories of freedom, just like they did back then!