On this week in 1863, Harriet Tubman became the first woman in US history to lead an army raid - her action with the Union army freed 800 enslaved people in South Carolina. Learn more about Tubman's incredible, rebellious life on Civil War 360: Fight for Freedom - https://bitly.com/2AFPMRg | Smithsonian Channel

Maryland's Harriet Tubman played a vital role in the fight against slavery. After escaping enslavement on the Eastern Shore, she embarked on a new journey as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, aiding others in breaking free from the bonds of slavery. Tubman served as a Union spy, scout, and nurse during the Civil War. She persisted in her activism post-emancipation and played a significant role in the civil rights and women's suffrage movements. Learn more about her life and legacy by trav

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