Juneteenth

2. Document announced by Union General Gordon. General Order No. _____.
7. First state to designate Juneteenth as a federal holiday.
8. Historical period after Juneteenth is known as_________.
9. General who informed slaves of their emancipation.
10. First legislation to recognize and introduce Juneteenth Independence Day in the U.S. of Representatives.
14. City in Texas where the Juneteenth celebration originates.
15. June 19, 1865 is known as what federal holiday.
17. This flavor soda is often served at Juneteenth celebrations because its color has meaning.

1. Constitutional Amendment officially abolished slavery across the United States
3. Name of the Hymn commonly referred to as the Black National Anthem.
4. President who signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
5. In 1872, to celebrate Juneteenth, a group of formerly enslaved men paid $800 to buy a 10-acre parcel in Houston, TX known today as what park.
6. The origin of this hairstyle were used as maps to move north without suspicions.
11. US President that signed a bill making Juneteenth a federal holiday.
12. Outdoor cookout that may be a part of the Juneteenth celebration.
13. Color represents power, sacrifice and transformation.
16. Another name for Juneteenth. _______ Day.