A longstanding commemoration of black Americans' emancipation, Mr Trump's reaction to criticism around it has been unusual.
Juneteenth celebrates 19 June 1865, when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, bringing freedom to the last remaining slaves.The 1865 celebrations included prayer, dance and feasts. They became annual events whose traditions have continued to this day.
There are also parades, family get-togethers, park parties, historical re-enactments, blues festivals and Miss Juneteenth contests.
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