Harriet Tubman: 'Moses' on the Underground Railroad, Fought for Freedom and Equality
I. Introduction to Harriet Tubman
Early Life and Family
Escape from Slavery
Harriet Ross Tubman was born into slavery in Auburn, New York, around 1822. Her early life was marked by hardship as she faced physical challenges due to a head injury sustained at age 12 when a heavy weight fell on her skull during an argument with her slave owner's daughter-in-law.
II. The Journey to Freedom
The Decision to Escape
The Help of the Underground Railroad
In 1849, after years of suffering under the harsh conditions of slavery, Harriet made the courageous decision to escape northward towards freedom. Guided by the North Star and aided by sympathetic abolitionists along the way through "the underground railroad," she finally reached Philadelphia in March 1850.
III. Becoming "Moses"
Returning South for Others
Leadership Roles Emerged
Following her own escape from bondage, Harriet returned south multiple times between 1851 and 1863 using knowledge gained during her first journey to lead nearly seventy enslaved individuals out of Southern states via secret routes known as "stations" or "safe houses." She became known as 'Moses' because of this role in leading others out of captivity like Moses led his people out of Egypt.
IV. Civil War Contributions & Women's Rights Advocate
A. Union Spy & Nurse
B. First Female Officer in U.S Army History
C.Women's Suffrage Movement
During the American Civil War (1861-1865), Harriet worked tirelessly for both Union causes—serving as a scout, nurse, cook and spy—and fighting against women's rights inequality at home.
She served in various roles including working directly under General James Wadsworth II; later becoming one among several women who were paid soldiers (though not officially commissioned) but also played crucial parts such as cooks or nurses; eventually becoming one half-dozen female officers within US military history when appointed an officer herself—a feat which further solidified her position among modern-day icons representing female empowerment.
Simultaneously advocating strongly for equal rights amongst all citizens regardless gender or race while working alongside figures like Susan B Anthony.
V Conclusion: Legacy & Impact Upon Modern Society
A.The Role Model For African-American Women And Beyond
B.Harriet Tubman Museum Established In Her Hometown Auburn NY
Tubman’s unwavering commitment towards ending human trafficking through abolitionism coupled with advocacy towards gender equality left behind a lasting legacy that continues shaping contemporary society today.
The establishment of museums dedicated solely to celebrating their lives reflects their importance within historical narratives worldwide—ensuring future generations remember these pioneers without whom our world would be significantly different than what we know today
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