Harriet Tubman was born with the name Araminta Ross, the child of slaves Ben and Harriet Ross. She went on to escape and then returned to the South numerous times to rescue others from slavery. As a child I read books on Harriet and they described her as a large muscled impressive physical specimen. Harriet was in fact only 5 feet tall and suffered in her youth with several illnesses. She first attempted to escape with two of her brothers. They decided to return home. She tried again, persevering until finally gaining her freedom in 1849.
November 1st is the release date for Harriet, a movie based on Tubman’s life. The preview leads me to believe this will be an outstanding production starring Cynthia Erivo. Harriet’s nickname was Moses, as she led her people to freedom. She allowed two books in an effort to provide for her family and many others she took under her wings, Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman and Harriet the Moses of her People. Harriet’s doors were always open to whoever needed help and assistance.
The Underground Railroad offered crucial assistance to her in helping free her people. As a “conductor” on this “railroad” she never lost a passenger, but she did threaten to shoot any who tried to turn back. She also gave great service during the Civil War, healing troops with herbs, fight battles, spying and lending any necessary assistance. Eventually she received a full soldier’s pension. Harriet is an inspiration to all, as she spent her life fighting for what was right and leading by example.
always, Vickie
https://www.npr.org/2016/12/26/506751273/at-last-harriet-tubman-strides-onto-our-screens