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Last year, CNN anchor Victor Blackwell embarked on a profound journey to uncover his family roots. This journey not only revealed unexpected family history but also cast new light on the legacy of Juneteenth and the resilience of his ancestors.

The Daily Beast followed up with an article for Juneteenth 2024 that further explores the effect of these discoveries. Watch the CNN piece to learn more about Victor’s story and the impact of genealogy on understanding our past.

In partnership with the International African American Museum and renowned genealogist Dr. Shelley Murphy, Blackwell learned that he descended from a woman named Sarah, who was born free in the early 18th century but had to appeal for her freedom when she was illegally sold into slavery. Then, Sarah’s daughter Rachel had to go through that same process herself with her own children when she was sold from her family before they were able to regain their freedom. – thedailybeast.com

Read the full article on The Daily Beast: CNN Anchor: ‘Overwhelming’ Family Bombshell Gave New Meaning to Juneteenth

Watch the CNN piece: