Harriet Tubman | Abolition Activist
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Harriet Tubman | Abolition Activist
Harriet Tubman escaped slavery to become a so-called “conductor” on the Underground Railroad, leading or assisting more than 300 enslaved people to freedom, despite great personal risk. After aiding the Union Army as a spy during the Civil War, she continued a life of service, dedicated to formerly enslaved people. In this lesson, by examining two primary sources and watching a short video, students will become familiar with the remarkable bravery and extraordinary accomplishments of the “Moses of her people,” Harriet Tubman.