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NFL community observes Juneteenth holiday

Published: Jun 19, 2023 at 11:46 AM

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Juneteenth recognizes the end of slavery in the United States of America and marks the anniversary of June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers landed in Galveston, Texas, and announced that slavery had been abolished and that the Civil War had concluded.

In June 2020, Commissioner Roger Goodell announced the NFL would recognize Juneteenth as a holiday and the league's offices would be closed in observance.

On Monday, teams from across the league observed the day and commemorated its impact across social media.

Today we celebrate freedom.

Happy Juneteenth!! pic.twitter.com/djzSL3XhSP
— New York Jets (@nyjets) June 19, 2023

Happy Juneteenth!

Juneteenth commemorates African-American freedom and emphasizes education and excellence. pic.twitter.com/2ZRgxZmRGX
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) June 19, 2023

“Nobody’s free until everybody’s free.” - Fannie Lou Hamer pic.twitter.com/RVnXi8AKv4
— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) June 19, 2023

A day of reflection and celebration. #Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/a44GWHWrra
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) June 19, 2023

Juneteenth is a day to commemorate the historical strength, courage and impact of African Americans

Today, and every day, we celebrate Freedom pic.twitter.com/xPtnTWNini
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) June 19, 2023

Today and every day, we celebrate freedom. Together, we are the change.
#Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/NSEozmeIKZ
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) June 19, 2023

Honoring the past, celebrating the present, shaping the future. #Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/YnXVsGKzF1
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) June 19, 2023

Today, we celebrate freedom for all. Happy Juneteenth! pic.twitter.com/udPs8Cf65N
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) June 19, 2023

Celebrate freedom. #Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/H2FELcUY2k
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) June 19, 2023

Today, we celebrate freedom.#Juneteenth | #ForeverNE pic.twitter.com/wc6Jka8aGc
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) June 19, 2023

A day to listen, learn and commemorate. #Juneteenth

Learn more: https://t.co/L8cslk3FyJ pic.twitter.com/13RQEMH362
— New York Giants (@Giants) June 19, 2023

Today we celebrate #Juneteenth, the end of racial enslavement in the United States. pic.twitter.com/FdeEEQIQ5p
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) June 19, 2023

A day to celebrate.
To educate.
To reflect
To take action.
To inspire change for a better future. pic.twitter.com/JgX4FtwQWz
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) June 19, 2023

Learn. Honor. Uplift. #Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/u0PdfVoNjO
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) June 19, 2023

Today we learn, reflect and celebrate freedom.#Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/GOheuAPC1m
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) June 19, 2023

Today and every day we celebrate unity, freedom, and achievement.

Happy #Juneteenth Who Dey Nation! pic.twitter.com/46IjmvgUmV
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) June 19, 2023

Happy Juneteenth, Bills Mafia!

Learn more about the holiday and why it’s important, plus even more resources: https://t.co/DYQBl6zfSN pic.twitter.com/DckL2XiqZs
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) June 19, 2023

A day to reflect, learn & celebrate. #Juneteenth | https://t.co/r9cO0FINCz pic.twitter.com/2n1bHGW2Rc
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) June 19, 2023

In honor of Juneteenth, join #FootballUNITES in commemorating an important part of American history & reflecting on our commitment to continued equality and change. #HuddlefortheHolidays x @TruistNews pic.twitter.com/LG03Wb1yxg
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) June 19, 2023

Today we learn.
Today we reflect.
Today we celebrate freedom.

To learn more » https://t.co/zgIS5iJhkr #InspireChange x #Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/ocJjzJTB3i
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) June 19, 2023

Today, on #Juneteenth, we reflect on a turning point in our country's history and honor those who have worked for our continued education and growth toward equality. pic.twitter.com/U5kui3ME6o
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) June 19, 2023

Join us in celebrating Juneteenth @titanscommunity
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Reply with your favorite black-owned business to support ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/lziE3FFvii
— Tennessee Titans (@Titans) June 19, 2023

We honor and observe Juneteenth, a day commemorating the emancipation of all formerly enslaved African Americans.

Let's celebrate the stories of the past, acknowledge the challenges of the present, and find joy through commitment to a more just and equitable world. pic.twitter.com/tjQyjQqELV
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) June 19, 2023

Celebrating freedom & Black excellence

In honor of Juneteenth, the rookies and @blackpeopleats visited Hyde Park to get a taste of the culture and experiences that shaped the iconic community pic.twitter.com/DNvwP7tuq6
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) June 19, 2023

Juneteenth is a day to listen, learn, and band together for a more equitable future. pic.twitter.com/C9AVk6fQQq
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) June 19, 2023

today we celebrate freedom.#Juneteenth pic.twitter.com/GOa57ThSfI
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) June 19, 2023

Celebrate Freedom.#HappyJuneteenth pic.twitter.com/DoopC8aRHx
— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) June 19, 2023

"What does #Juneteenth mean to you?"

Celebrating the progress that has been made + recognizing the work still needed to be done. 🎥 pic.twitter.com/wsQDmEYnfX
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) June 19, 2023

Today is a celebration of freedom, a day to honor resilience and embrace the values of equality and justice. pic.twitter.com/2aB6kI0End
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) June 19, 2023

On Juneteenth we celebrate freedom and honor the history of the African American community.

As an organization we promise to inspire and continue progress in the journey towards equality and justice. pic.twitter.com/92azEQ9Zqa
— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) June 19, 2023

A day for the celebration of freedom and liberation with community.

The #49ers wish you a Happy #Juneteenth from their second-annual summer celebration "The Cookout!" pic.twitter.com/CTWiwmZSJj
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) June 19, 2023