Juneteenth fact: There are various theories as to why the Emancipation Proclamation wasn’t immediately enforced in Texas. News traveled slowly in those days, but the 30 month gap between Lincoln’s proclamation and the enslaved people’s freedom led to much speculation. It is likely that Lincoln’s proclamation was not enforceable in rebel states until the end of the war. See more Juneteenth facts from Mental Floss.

Make plans to celebrate Juneteenth Freedom Day at LLCC on June 19, 2024, with the second annual Freedom Walk at 8:30 a.m. Each day before the celebration, the LLCC Juneteenth Committee will share a fact about this historic day.