America's Journey Through Slavery: Harriet Tubman and Her Escape to Freedom

The video narrates the life of Harriet Tubman, an enslaved woman who escaped to freedom and helped over 300 others do the same via the Underground Railroad. Born in Maryland around 1820, Harriet endured harsh conditions and punishments. Despite early failed attempts, she successfully escaped to Pennsylvania. Harriet became a key conductor on the Underground Railroad, making 19 trips to the South to guide others to freedom. During the Civil War, she served as a nurse, spy, and scout for the Union Army. After the war, she continued advocating for freedom and civil rights until her death in 1913.

What were the living conditions like for Harriet Tubman and her family on the plantation?

What role did Harriet Tubman play during the Civil War?

Discuss the impact of the Emancipation Proclamation on Harriet Tubman and enslaved people.

How did Harriet Tubman's actions contribute to the abolition of slavery?