National Freedom Day is celebrated on February 1 each year in the United States. This day commemorates the signing of the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in 1865, which abolished slavery. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for civil rights and the importance of freedom for all individuals. The day was first observed in 1942, thanks to the efforts of Major Richard Robert Wright Sr., an African American veteran. National Freedom Day encourages reflection on the values of liberty and equality, promoting unity and understanding among all citizens.