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Book Recommendation – June

by Oran Colwell | June 1, 2026

Book Recommendations

First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth by Angelique Roche

From the 1860s to Ms. Opal’s childhood home, from her years as a teacher to the White House, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of America’s newest federal holiday, Juneteenth.

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