Harriet Tubman
Harriet Tubman: Harriet Tubman was a women who risked her life multiple times for the lives of others, even though it meant she might get killed. In 1849 she fled Maryland, leaving her husband, her sisters, parents, and brothers. Five years later, she returned to the south at least 19 times to retrieve her family and many slaves through on Underground Railroad. Harriet used her native knowledge to avoid bounty hunters and never lose a slave. She was also very inspiring so not one slave turned back. Two things helped her on her many journeys: her trusty pistol, and her faith in god. She did not hesitate to use her pistol for self defense if needed. She would always say to the slaves, "dead negroes don't tell tales." Therefore, the timid slaves found courage and followed in her footsteps. In 1858 she collaborated with John Brown in his planning to raid Harpers Ferry. The two met in Canada. Harriet promised to provide aid from the slaves. John Brown wanted to accompany her on the raid. Harriet planned on being there but was ill. After her time with the resistance, she was a nurse for the Union. Harriet will always be remembered as a hero and a person who was willing to help others.