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Día feriado en EE UU el 19 de junio
Juneteenth, observed annually in the United States, commemorates the effective end of slavery in the country, marking the day when over 250,000 enslaved people in Texas were informed of their freedom in 1865. The celebration originated in Texas and has grown nationwide, becoming a federal holiday in 2021. On June 19, many banks, postal services, and government offices are closed or have altered operations, reflecting its significance as a day dedicated to remembering the abolition of slavery and promoting reflection on racial equality.
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