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From the plantation to the thicket: Juneteenth, Black freedom and ‘marronage’ in Texas
By Dalyah Jones at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
This article was originally published by the Texas Observer, a nonprofit investigative news outlet and magazine. Sign up for their weekly newsletter , or follow them on Facebook, X, and Bluesky. In Texas, Juneteenth is often described as the day that Union Major General Gordon Granger marched upon...
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Why this matters in The San Antonio
In San Antonio , the celebration of Juneteenth takes on a deeper meaning when considering the city's own history of African American migration and settlement. As the story of Juneteenth and 'marronage' in Texas unfolds, it's worth noting that many freed slaves made their way to Bexar County, seeking refuge and a new life. The local landscape, with its vast ranchlands and wilderness areas, may have provided opportunities for these individuals to escape and establish their own communities, much like the 'marronage' described in the article. This complex history is still felt in San Antonio today, where efforts to preserve and promote African American heritage are ongoing. As the city continues to grow and evolve, it's crucial to acknowledge and learn from this rich history, and to support initiatives that celebrate and honor the experiences of Black Texans.
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Category: library ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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