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Harriet Tubman
1.
2. Harriet Tubman was born a slave in Maryland around 1820.
She was named Araminta Ross. Her family called her “Minty”.
3. Harriet did not stay a slave. She wanted to have freedom.
She ran away in late 1849. Her owner posted a reward.
4. Harriet was able to reach safety and freedom by getting help
from people who ran the Underground Railroad.
5. Harriet had reached freedom, but she was concerned
about others who were still being held as slaves.
“I had crossed the
line of which I had so
long been dreaming, I
was free; … to this
solemn resolution I
came; I was free, and
they should be free
also.”
- Harriet Tubman
7. Over a 10 year period, Harriet made 19 trips into states that
allowed slavery. She lead over 300 slaves to freedom.
“…If you are
tired, keep going, if
you are
scared, keep
going, if you are
hungry, keep going;
if you want to taste
freedom, keep
going.”
-Harriet Tubman
8. The United States entered into a Civil War between the
Northern States and the Southern States.
9. During the Civil War, Harriet continued to work for freedom and
liberty. She served in the Union Army as a scout, spy, and nurse.
10. After the war, Harriet married and settled in Auburn, New
York. She built a home that she shared with people in need.
11. Harriet Tubman died in 1913. She is remembered for her
spirit, courage, and commitment to helping others.
12. Harriet believed that all people should be free.
Which character trait is this an
example of?
13. Harriet’s work as a conductor was very dangerous. She
risked her own life and freedom on every mission.
Which character trait is this an
example of?
14. Harriet traveled back 19 times in order to rescue over
300 people from slavery.
Which character trait is this an
example of?
