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Eglin celebrated Juneteenth National Independence Day

| Staff Reporters
Eglin Air Force Base — Eglin celebrated Juneteenth National Independence Day June 13.  This year’s theme is “Celebrate Freedom.”

The day commemorates the end of enslavement in the United States. Juneteenth recognizes the accomplishments of enslaved African Americans and their many contributions to the nation.

Sabu Williams, Okaloosa County NAACP branch president, speaks at the Juneteenth National Independence Day observance June 13 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. This year’s theme is “Celebrate Freedom.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Kevin Gaddie)

 

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