What is National Freedom Day?

National Freedom Day, which is always observed on February 1st, celebrates freedom from slavery. It also acknowledges that America is a symbol of liberty. The day honors Abraham Lincoln's signing of a joint House and Senate resolution that later became the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution. On February 1, 1865, President Lincoln signed the Amendment outlawing slavery. However, it was not approved by the states until later in December 18, 1865, which was not until later.

"Neither slavery nor compulsory servitude, except as a punishment for a felony whereof the party's members are duly convicted, will exist within the United States or any other place subject to their jurisdiction." 13th Amendment