the Liberation of Slaves in the USA
January 1 is the Emancipation Proclamation Anniversary, marking the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's signing of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, which declared freedom for enslaved people in the southern states during the American Civil War. Although the proclamation did not free all enslaved people immediately, it was a crucial milestone in the fight against slavery and led to the 13th Amendment in 1865, which abolished slavery in the United States. The date is celebrated with educational events and reflections on freedom and civil rights, especially by the African-American community... Did you know?