A graphic novel exploring Juneteenth's history and its evolution into a federal holiday.
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A graphic novel exploring Juneteenth's history and its evolution into a federal holiday.
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In 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation declared that all enslaved people in Confederate States were legally free. But word traveled slowly during the Civil War. It wasn't until June 19, 1865--more than two months after the war ended--that the good news finally reached Galveston, Texas. From that moment forward, June 19 became a day to celebrate freedom--first in Texas and then across the country. How did Juneteenth develop over time, and what is the holiday's enduring legacy? Find out in an easy...
What's Inside
will contain mild spoilers
Romance & sex
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No sexual content depicted.
Violence & gore
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Minor references to historical violence related to slavery.
Profanity
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No profanity depicted.
Substance use
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No substance use depicted.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQ+ representation depicted.
Religious content
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Minor references to faith in the context of historical freedom celebrations.
Magic & witchcraft
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No witchcraft or occult themes depicted.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Moderate focus on social justice and historical emancipation themes.
Self-harm / suicide
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No self-harm or suicide depicted.
Abuse & suffering
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Moderate depiction of historical suffering due to slavery.
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