Slavery was a huge part of society in the 18th century. Slaves were relied on for a long time, they were considered property, and had to follow all the commands their master gave them. Frederick Douglass, an abolitionist, and runaway slave believed that Moses, also known as Harriet Tubman should've got the recognition she deeply deserved. Tubman conducted the underground railroad, which was an escape route for slaves. This led Douglas to believes that she was superior to him, Tubman showed courageous actions, by freeing slaves even though to her knowledge she knew consequences would come in tact if she were caught . Due to this she put herself before others, she risked her life so that one day blacks would be free. In the letter that is written,