A Hero’s Achievement “I grew up like a neglected weed”, said Harriet Tubman. One of the greatest heroes who gave people a much better life than her own. Harriet Tubman is an escaped slave who is an idol for many. She impacted many through her actions, which started at a young age, being born into slavery. Escaping from her master on foot in 1849 not only put a bounty over her, but also allowed her to save many. Harriet helped many slaves escape through what we know as. the Underground Railroad. Harriet Tubman's greatest achievement was the Underground Railroad. This is the biggest accomplishment of Harriet Tubman because of the time spent, people helped, and risks taken. The Underground Railroad was a way of freedom for many enslaved people. …show more content…
Tubman was included in a team of eight African American spies led by troops from Massachusetts. These troops, using boats, saved hundreds of slaves in one day (Document C). Although hundreds were saved, this was only conducted over one day in 1863 while the Underground Railroad was conducted over years creating a bigger effect on those saved. Tubman, despite her efforts, was not awarded or paid in any way for this accomplishment, even for risking her life. Tubman was constantly helping the slaves. Feeding and bathing those who were practically dead themselves. The flies surrounded the decaying people as Tubman spent four years of her life in the never-ending cycle of nursing these slaves to health (Document D). Harriet Tubman was most definitely appreciated for her work, however she was not known for this. Tubman again did not get paid for her time spent nursing. Although getting paid is not everything, she should have been acknowledged for these works as much as she was for the Underground Railroad, even with an achievement of less significance. During the many decades between the end of the Civil War and Harriet Tubman's death, she spent this time caring for the poor in her home. All were welcome and Tubman took all. She was constantly putting others above herself by being their caretaker (Document E). Tubman cared for the people she