Definition: In the Bible, "Juniata" refers to a festival celebrated by the people of the Jewish community in the United States during the American Civil War in 1863-1865. This event was observed as a celebration of freedom, unity among enslaved people, and the end of slavery in the Western Hemisphere. The specific date for Juneteenth falls on February 20th, 2025. The term "when is juneteenth" refers to what day is observed within the context of this historical event. The exact details of who celebrated "Juniata" and how it was celebrated can be found in the text itself, but for simplicity, we will give you a general overview: - The Jewish community in the United States had been under constant threat from slavery. In 1863, General Robert E. Lee launched a military campaign to take control of Charleston, South Carolina, and prevent further expansion into the Western Hemisphere. - The war broke out with the Union victory over Confederate forces at Appomattox Court House on April 9th, 1865. This marked the end of slavery in the United States, which had been enforced under the provisions of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850. - After the war, the government of the Confederacy decided to celebrate Independence Day in May, as the holiday was observed by the Confederate authorities and the American people. - However, the Unionists, led by President Abraham Lincoln, believed that a celebration of Independence Day would be an inappropriate way for the country to commemorate the end of slavery. In response, they organized a movement known as "Juniata," which aimed at celebrating the end of slavery without using the date of May 4th. - The movement culminated in the "First Day of Juneteenth" celebrations on February 20th, 1865, when members of the Unionist community dressed in white and held a celebration where they danced, sang, and displayed colored flags. This event was intended to honor the memory of those who had lost their lives during this time. In summary, "Juniata" is a term used to describe the celebration of Juneteenth that occurred on February 20th, 1865, in response to the Union victory over slavery in Charleston. The precise date and details of the celebration are not included in the text but can be found within the broader context of the American Civil War.