Harriet Tubman

Harriet Tubman - History for kidsHarriet Tubman was born into northern slavery in Maryland in 1820 and her sense of independence led her to escape in 1849. She devoted her life to helping to rescue other slaves, including her own family and non-family members. She worked with the ‘Underground Railroad’ which included hidden routes and homes to let escaped slaves … Continue reading "Harriet Tubman"

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Harriet TubmanYou might know her as a conductor for the Underground Railroad. She was also a spy.

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Harriet TubmanHarriet Tubman escaped from slavery in the southern United States. She then helped lead many other enslaved people to freedom. She also served the Union during the American…

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