Calling the lack of access an issue of civil rights, the town is calling on the federal government to open the site where ...

On Jan. 1, 1863, Lincoln presided at the annual White House New Year’s reception. Later that afternoon, he retired to his study to sign the Emancipation Proclamation. The first time he attempted to ...

The Emancipation Proclamation was signed by President Abraham Lincoln on September 22nd, 1862, but it didn't go into full effect until January 1, 1863. That historic proclamation didn't immediately ...

MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. — More than 100 people gathered at a Milledgeville church Wednesday to celebrate the anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, the historic order President Abraham Lincoln ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Charleston celebrated Emancipation Day with a parade and a post-program. The nation’s longest-running parade made a return in honor of the Emancipation Proclamation, which ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will offer free admission on two days in February to celebrate the 16th ...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Next week marks 162 years since Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, freeing enslaved people in Union-occupied areas. While unofficial, ...

On December 31, 1862, our Nation marked the end of another year of civil war. At Shiloh and Seven Pines, Harpers Ferry and Antietam, brother had fought against brother. Sister had fought against ...

Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Juneteenth—also known as Emancipation Day, Freedom Day ...