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Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad

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Harriet Tubman was born into slavery in Maryland in 1822. She escaped to freedom in 1849 and spent the rest of her life working to help other slaves escape. She made 13 trips back to the South, rescuing more than 300 slaves.

Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad

by Ann Petry

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Tubman was a fearless and resourceful leader. She used her knowledge of the Underground Railroad to guide slaves to freedom. She also helped them to find jobs and housing in the North. Tubman's work was dangerous, but she never gave up. She was determined to help as many slaves as she could.

Tubman's story is an inspiration to us all. She shows us that one person can make a difference in the world. We can all learn from her example of courage, determination, and perseverance.

The Underground Railroad

The Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes and safe houses that helped slaves escape to freedom in the North. The network was made up of abolitionists, free blacks, and white allies. They risked their lives to help slaves escape from bondage.

The Underground Railroad was not a single organization. It was a loose network of individuals and groups who worked together to help slaves escape. The network operated in 25 states and Canada. It is estimated that the Underground Railroad helped more than 100,000 slaves escape to freedom.

Harriet Tubman's Role in the Underground Railroad

Harriet Tubman was one of the most famous conductors on the Underground Railroad. She made 13 trips back to the South, rescuing more than 300 slaves. She was known for her courage, determination, and resourcefulness.

Tubman's work was dangerous. She was often pursued by slave catchers and bounty hunters. But she never gave up. She was determined to help as many slaves as she could.

Tubman's Legacy

Harriet Tubman is a national hero. She was a courageous and determined woman who helped to change the course of American history. Her work helped to end slavery and to create a more just and equitable society.

Tubman's legacy lives on today. She is an inspiration to us all. She shows us that one person can make a difference in the world.