Juneteenth

4. Historical period after Juneteenth is known as
6. June 19, 1865 is known as what federal holiday
10. Title of the Negro National Anthem
12. In 1872, to celebrate Juneteenth, a group of formerly enslaved men paid $800 to buy a 10-acre-parcel in Houston, Texas known today as what park
14. This flavor soda is often served on Juneteenth celebrations
16. US President that signed a bill making Juneteenth a federal holiday
17. First state to designate Juneteenth as a federal holiday

1. General who informed slaves of their emancipation
2. City in Texas where the Juneteenth celebration originates
3. Outdoor cookout that may be a part of the Juneteenth celebration
5. First legislation to recognize and introduce Juneteenth Independence Day in the U.S. of Representatives.
7. The origin of this hairstyle were used as maps to move north without suspicions
8. Another name for Juneteenth. _______ Day
9. President who signed the Emancipation Proclamation
11. Constitutional Amendment officially abolished slavery across the United States
13. Document announced by Union General Gordon. General Order No. _____
15. Color represents power, sacrifice and transformation