Date: June 19, 2024 Legacy Makers: Stories of Black Inventors and Icons Title and Show Info Episode #1. Echoes of Liberation: Celebrating Juneteenth Featuring: Toni Davis (Host & Storyteller). Summary In this episode of "Echoes of Liberation: Celebrating Juneteenth," we journey through the poignant tale of Elijah, a young, enslaved boy in Galveston, Texas, who discovers the transformative power of knowledge amidst the brutal realities of bondage. The story captures Elijah’s clandestine quest for literacy, symbolizing a profound act of resistance and a silent rebellion against the oppressive structures of slavery. His journey reflects the universal longing for freedom and the unyielding human spirit's resilience. Set against the backdrop of the American South's harsh plantation life, Elijah's story culminates with the historic arrival of Union soldiers on June 19, 1865, marking the true end of slavery in Texas and the beginning of a new era of liberation celebrated as Juneteenth. Fast forward to the present, where his descendant, also named Elijah, honors this legacy by participating in Juneteenth celebrations in Washington, D.C. This contemporary narrative intertwines with his ancestor's past, highlighting how the struggles and triumphs of those who fought for freedom continue to resonate through generations. The episode underscores Juneteenth not only as a celebration of emancipation but also as a powerful reminder of the ongoing pursuit for equality and justice. It calls on us to reflect on the enduring legacy of those who dared to dream of freedom and to carry forward their spirit of resistance and hope into the future. Highlights: 01:00- INTRO. AMERICAN SOUTH. GALVESTON, TEXAS PLANTATION. 01:27- ELIJAH WHITAKER. 9-YEAR-OLD, YOUNG SLAVE BOY. 01:51- ELIJAH LEARNS TO READ. 04:27- THE EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION RUMOR. 06:52- ELIJAH FLEES THE PLANTATION. 07:30- BAND OF ESCAPED SLAVES. 07:53- AMBUSHED. 09:03- ELIJAH IS RETURNED TO HIS MASTER. 09:31- ELIJAH WHIPPED BY THE OVERSEER. 10:01- ARRIVAL OF UNION TROOPS. 10:42- LIBERATION. 14:03- ALARM SOUNDS. PRESENT DAY: D.C. JUNETEENTH. 14:06- ELIJAH JOHNSON WAKES FROM VIVID DREAM. 17:22- JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION. Subscribe to the podcast. Links to additional resources: "Colored Troops under General Wild, liberating slaves in North Carolina" · SHEC: Resources for Teachers (cuny.edu) Juneteenth | American Battlefield Trust (battlefields.org) What Is Juneteenth? Information for Kids and Families - Boys & Girls Clubs of America (bgca.org) Juneteenth — HHRCMAINE We Honor the History of Juneteenth - Astraea Lesbian Foundation For Justice (astraeafoundation.org) The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth | National Museum of African American History and Culture (si.edu) Juneteenth | National Museum of African American History and Culture (si.edu) Juneteenth World Wide Celebration Juneteenth: The History of a Holiday - The New York Times (nytimes.com) What Is Juneteenth? | HISTORY Juneteenth | GovInfo Juneteenth National Independence Day - NPS Commemorations and Celebrations (U.S. National Park Service) What is Juneteenth? The 156-year-old holiday, explained. - Vox A Proclamation on Juneteenth Day of Observance, 2021 | The White House Juneteenth: Freedom Day (turing.edu) More than a Day Off: Commit to Creating an Organizational Culture of Belonging this Juneteenth - Social Current (social-current.org) What Is Juneteenth? African American History Blog | The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross (pbs.org) R44865.pdf (fas.org) Juneteenth | History, Meaning, Flag, Importance, & Facts | Britannica What is Juneteenth? A look at how it became a federal holiday | AP News Juneteenth | Town of Cary (carync.gov) This Juneteenth, Celebrate Freedom Day at an Interior site | U.S. Department of the Interior (doi.gov) Juneteenth | NAACP Juneteenth is a new federal holiday but has long been celebrated : NPR Meaningful Juneteenth Celebration Ideas for the Workplace (indeed.com) Celebrating Juneteenth 2021 (gateway-longview.org) Things to Know About Juneteenth — ARCC Blog (joinarcc.org) Juneteenth: History and Food of the Celebration | Heritage Radio Network Texas Observes Juneteenth | TSLAC Which states recognize Juneteenth as an official holiday? | Pew Research Center What to know about Juneteenth, the newest federal holiday | CNN What is Juneteenth—and how did it become a federal holiday? (nationalgeographic.com) A Proclamation on Juneteenth Day of Observance, 2022 | The White House Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) Juneteenth | DoDEA Juneteenth: What It Is And How It Is Observed : NPR Juneteenth (tshaonline.org) Juneteenth | Atlanta History Center Juneteenth: Freedom Day (turing.edu) Celebrating Juneteenth 2021 (gateway-longview.org) Today is Juneteenth. Here's why it matters. (iamsecond.com) Juneteenth, Black Lives, and Structural Discrimination : ICAAD What Does Juneteenth Celebrate? The History ...
