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What Are Harriet Tubman's Goals

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Harriet Tubman worked to reach several goals for herself and all Black slaves. The first was to gain her freedom by running away via the Underground Railroad.

Her second goal was to free her people from slavery, including her family ~ which she did. Between 1850, to the beginning of the American Civil War in 1861, Harriet Tubman helped some 3,000 slaves escape to freedom in the North. She also led other slaves who wanted to go to Canada.

Other goals she accomplished included: being a scout for the Union Army during the war, spy, and a nurse. After the Civil War, she fought for women's rights along with Susan B. Anthony. Tubman raised money to organize a school for Blacks, and also had a house that gave food, clothing, and shelter to all
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