Harriet
Tubman

Born into slavery around 1822 in Maryland, Harriet Tubman's early years were marked by hardship and oppression. Physical violence was a regular part of her life, with one particularly brutal injury leaving her with lifelong seizures and visions. Yet, her indomitable spirit was undeterred. In 1849, risking everything, Tubman escaped to freedom in the North.

However, freedom for herself wasn't enough. Tubman became instrumental in the Underground Railroad, a network of safe houses aiding enslaved African Americans in their quest for freedom. Over the next decade, she personally led around 70 slaves to freedom in 19 daring expeditions, earning her the moniker "Moses." Her bravery didn't end there; during the Civil War, she worked as a nurse, cook, and even a spy for the Union. Passing away in 1913, Harriet Tubman's legacy as a champion for justice, equality, and freedom remains an enduring testament to the transformative power of courage and determination.