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March 10 marks a day to honor the bravery and accomplishments of one of America's most influential civil rights activists – Harriet Tubman. On this special day, we celebrate her legacy as a leader in the Underground Railroad, helping hundreds of enslaved individuals escape to freedom. Her courage and determination continue to inspire people all over the world. It's also a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and justice for all. So let's take a moment to remember Harriet Tubman and her incredible impact on history – and perhaps even follow in her footsteps by making a positive change in our own communities.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1849</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tubman's Escape from Slavery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Tubman escaped from slavery and made her way to Philadelphia, where she first tasted freedom.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1850-1860</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tubman and the Underground Railroad</div><div class='timeline-text'>During this decade, Tubman made about 13 trips back to the South and helped around 70 slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1863</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tubman in the Civil War</div><div class='timeline-text'>Harriet Tubman served as a nurse, cook, and spy for the Union Army during the American Civil War.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1913</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Harriet Tubman's Death</div><div class='timeline-text'>Harriet Tubman died on March 10, 1913, in Auburn, New York.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Harriet Tubman Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Public Law 101-252 designated March 10 as Harriet Tubman Day, beginning a national tradition in the United States.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit the Harriet Tubman Museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day learning about Harriet Tubman's life and legacy by visiting a museum dedicated to her. You'll gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for her contributions to history.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a book about Harriet Tubman</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>There are many books written about Harriet Tubman, including autobiographies and historical fiction. Take some time on this day to read about her incredible life and impact.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a documentary or movie about Harriet Tubman</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Harriet Tubman Day by watching a documentary or movie that tells her story. This is a great way to learn more about her and honor her legacy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local organization that supports her causes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Harriet Tubman was a fierce advocate for equal rights and social justice. Honor her by volunteering at a local organization that supports causes she believed in, such as civil rights or women's rights.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a discussion or presentation about Harriet Tubman</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends, family, or community members and facilitate a discussion or give a presentation about Harriet Tubman. This is a great way to educate others and keep her memory alive.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrating a courageous and inspiring American hero</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Harriet Tubman was a fearless leader of the Underground Railroad, leading hundreds of enslaved African Americans to freedom. She risked her own life for the sake of others and embodied perseverance and bravery in the face of adversity, making her an important figure to celebrate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Recognition of African American history and contributions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Harriet Tubman Day shines a light on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans throughout history. It recognizes their enduring determination and resilience in the face of oppression, as well as their vital contributions to American society.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Calls for continued progress towards equality</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Harriet Tubman Day serves as a reminder that despite immense progress, there is still much work to be done to achieve true equality for all individuals. It encourages us to continue fighting for justice, freedom, and equal rights for everyone, regardless of race or background.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tubman Was Illiterate</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite leading hundreds to freedom and serving in the Union Army, Harriet Tubman never learned to read or write. Her illiteracy did not diminish her brilliance or her accomplishments.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Harriet Tubman Suffered From Temporal Lobe Epilepsy</h3><p class='facts-content'>Tubman suffered a head injury as a child at the hands of an overseer, resulting in a lifetime of periodic sleeping spells and vivid dreamlike hallucinations that she attributed to divine visions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Harriet Tubman was a Suffragist</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to her work with the Underground Railroad and the Civil War effort, Tubman was an active proponent of Women's suffrage and worked alongside notable figures like Susan B. Anthony.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tubman Was the First African American Woman Enclosed in U.S. Postage Stamp</h3><p class='facts-content'>In 1978, the U.S. Postal service honored Tubman's legacy by featuring her on a postage stamp, making her the first African American woman to be so recognized.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Harriet Tubman Lived to be Around 90 Years Old</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite the severe hardships she faced, Harriet Tubman lived a long life. She founded the Harriet Tubman Home for the Aged, where she later passed away.</p></div></div>
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