Feb. 1, 1865, marked a pivotal moment in the history of the United States, when President Abraham Lincoln signed the joint resolution proposing the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, formally ...

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - [UPDATE] The Freedom Day Celebration at SSU has been cancelled due to potential inclement weather. [ORIGINAL STORY] Freedom, legacy, and history take center stage at Savannah ...

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- February 1st marks National Freedom Day, recognizing Abraham Lincoln's 1865 signing of what became the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery. Each year, the ...

A nonpartisan event —National Freedom Day — to celebrate Pres. Abraham Lincoln’s signing of the Emancipation Proclamation will be held 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, outside the Blount County Courthouse. A ...

LAFAYETTE PARISH — Veterans and their families gathered earlier today at Pa Davis Park for a National Freedom Day meal honoring service, sacrifice and the meaning of freedom. The event was hosted by ...

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A powerful tradition tied directly to Savannah State University’s history is returning to campus, now with newly scheduled dates for the community to attend. SSU’s Honors ...