On this day in 1865, Major General Gordon Granger announced the abolition of slavery in Galveston, Texas. The day is now commemorated as Juneteenth. 

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

On this day in 1865, Major General Gordon Granger announced the abolition of slavery in Galveston, Texas. The day is now commemorated as Juneteenth.

Abolition of slavery announced in Texas (Juneteenth) - June 19, 1865 

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On this day in 1986, American inventor Lonnie Johnson received a patent for the iconic Super Soaker water gun.

On this day in 1986, American inventor Lonnie Johnson received a patent for the iconic Super Soaker water gun.

Lonnie Johnson patents the Super Soaker - May 27th, 1986

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Please enjoy these May 24th flashbacks from the TDIHC vault, and we will see you soon for a brand new episode!

Please enjoy these May 24th flashbacks from the TDIHC vault, and we will see you soon for a brand new episode!

Flashback episode - May 24th

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On this day in 1900, William H. Carney was awarded the Medal of Honor for bravely defending the American flag during the Civil War. 

On this day in 1900, William H. Carney was awarded the Medal of Honor for bravely defending the American flag during the Civil War.

Sergeant William Carney is awarded the Medal of Honor - May 23rd, 1900

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Abolition of slavery announced in Texas (Juneteenth) - June 19, 1865

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