The Underground Railroad was a series of passage ways used to help fugitives escape slavery from the South to the North. The sacrifices of many people created an opportunity for slaves to live the life they deserved. Three main people were Harriet Tubman, Thomas Garrett, and Ellen Craft. Because of their bravery, many slaves were able to escape living in harsh conditions, ultimately attaining freedom. Harriet Tubman was one of the most important people in the Underground Railroad. She was a conductor, meaning she would help lead people from the South to the North. She was very influential to the railroad because Tubman had the courage to risk her life to save others. Harriet was not only black, but was also a woman making it even harder