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Harriet Tubman

Updated Mar 10, 2025
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Harriet Tubman
This is a photo of [Harriet Tubman, full-length portrait, standing standing with hands on back of a chair added by Ancient Faces on January 9, 2012.
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On September 17 in 1849, Harriet Tubman escaped from slavery. Just a little more than 100 years ago, she died - still suffering physically & emotionally from the beatings she received as a slave. A leader of the Underground Railroad, a Union Army armed scout and spy, a leader in the suffragist movement and so much more. This woman was amazing!
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09/17/2020
My sister Judy LaVornia did a beautiful report on her in high school
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09/17/2020
She was one strong and amazing lady.
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09/17/2020
The movie was stunning.
I was riveted.
Please if you haven't seen this .. do.
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09/18/2020
Christine Pietrandrea movie? I’d like to watch, could you post the name of movie? Thank you so much
I read about her in high school!
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09/18/2020
I teach about her to my third grade students
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09/18/2020
Thank you fine lady
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09/18/2020
An incredible lady.
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09/18/2020
What a brave lady!! Thank you šŸ™
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09/18/2020
Beautiful, strong, brave woman
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09/18/2020
What courage.
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09/18/2020
Miss Tubman, you were a very courageous woman.
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09/19/2020
Great movie about her life
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09/19/2020
She chose the high road and endured to the end.
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09/20/2020
I did a report on her in 6th grade. What she must've endured. I wish there were more photographs of her.
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Harriet Tubman
Harriet Tubman, born around 1822 in Dorchester County, Maryland, was an iconic African-American abolitionist and political activist. Renowned for her unwavering commitment to the pursuit of freedom, Tubman played a pivotal role in the Underground Railroad, a secret network of safe houses and escape routes that aided enslaved individuals in their journey to liberation. Despite being born into the harsh realities of slavery, Tubman's indomitable spirit and determination led her to escape bondage in 1849. However, she refused to rest until her loved ones and countless others were freed from the shackles of slavery as well. Over the course of several daring missions, Tubman became known as the "Moses of her people," guiding and protecting numerous slaves through dangerous territories to the safety of Northern states and Canada. Beyond her vital work as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, Tubman continued her fight for justice and equality, actively participating in the women's suffrage movement and advocating for civil rights for African Americans. A true symbol of courage, resilience, and selflessness, Harriet Tubman's remarkable legacy continues to inspire generations, reminding us of the power of determination and the fight for freedom.
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