Describes the holiday known as Juneteenth Day, which has roots in Texas and which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.

A celebration of freedom -- What is Juneteenth Day? -- Why were the African-Americans slaves? -- An argument over slavery -- A war is started -- Rumors of freedom -- The Union goes to Texas -- Free at last -- Celebrating freedom -- Why is Juneteenth Day called Juneteenth Day? -- How is Juneteenth celebrated today? -- Where are Juneteenth celebrations held? -- Juneteenth jubilee -- Important dates.