Harriet Tubman
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Gain a unique insight into the life of Harriet Tubman, who suffered horrific abuse whilst in slavery, until she escaped and set about rescuing slaves using an anti-slavery activist network known as the Underground Railroad. An amazing woman and civil rights leader, nicknamed ‘Moses’, her brave and heroic efforts led her people from slavery and the wilderness. Her campaign for women’s rights was trailblazing and nothing short of inspirational. Instead of enjoying her freedom in safety, she became the first woman to lead an armed Union Army expedition. She is famed for the raid on the Combahee River which led to the freeing of over 700 slaves. Explore her life in the form of a BioView®, it is as if she is sitting right beside you and telling her own story!
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