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First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth

First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth

Oni Press
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Initial Release: Feb 10, 2026
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The incredible journey of activist Opal Lee—known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth—is brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opal’s remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself.
Publishers
Oni Press
Initial Release
Feb 10, 2026
Platforms
Print
Genres
Graphic Novel

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First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth Delivers the Origin Story of an American Holiday
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First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth Delivers the Origin Story of an American Holiday
1d ago - The new Oni Press graphic novel dramatizes the life and work of Dr. Opal Lee.
First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and JuneteenthJesse Schedeen
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