Wall Clock (Harriet Tubman (born Araminta Ross)

Harriet Tubman (born Araminta Ross, c. March 1822 – March 10, 1913) was an American abolitionist and social activist. Here are some key points about her remarkable life:

Escape from Slavery and the Underground Railroad:
Born into slavery in Dorchester County, Maryland, Tubman endured physical abuse as a child.
In 1849, she escaped to Philadelphia and then returned to Maryland multiple times to rescue her family and other enslaved individuals.
Tubman became a key “conductor” on the Underground Railroad, guiding approximately 70 people to freedom using secret routes and safe houses.
Civil War Contributions:
During the American Civil War, Tubman served as an armed scout and spy for the Union Army.
She helped plan and recruit supporters for John Brown’s 1859 raid on Harpers Ferry.
Tubman’s leadership during the raid at Combahee Ferry led to the liberation of over 700 enslaved people, making her the first woman to lead an armed military operation in the United States.
Later Years and Activism:
After the war, Tubman settled in Auburn, New York, where she cared for her aging parents.
She remained active in the women’s suffrage movement.
Tubman’s legacy as an icon of courage and freedom endures to this day.