Arizonans remember history for African Americans

Video Credit: ABC15 Arizona
Published on June 19, 2020 - Duration: 03:12s

Arizonans remember history for African Americans

The city of Tempe has declared June 19 a city holiday in honor of Juneteenth.

The day commemorates June 19, 1865, when enslaved African Americans finally heard about the abolition of slavery.

Valley residents are using the day to educate others about the history of African Americans in Arizona.


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