Served as a Confederate spy, guide, and scout for the pro-southern Moccasin Rangers stationed in the West Virginia mountains.

Reported Federal outpost strength and activities to General Bill “Mudwall” Jackson.

Arrested early summer of 1862 by Lt. Colonel Starr of the 9th West Virginia Infantry.

In July 1862, escaped after killing one of her guards and stealing Lt. Col. Starr’s horse.

Returned a week later with 200 of Jackson’s Cavalry to raid the town of Summersville, in present-day Nicholas County, West Virginia.

During the engagement, Confederate forces set fire to three homes, destroyed two wagons; also took eight mules, twelve horses, and several federal prisoners, including Lt. Col. Starr.

Born a slave in Maryland; escaped in 1849.

Hired as a scout, spy, and nurse for the Union war effort.

As a “conductor” for the Underground Railroad, made 19 trips into the
South, freeing approximately 300 slaves.

Because of Tubman’s work with the Railroad, had detailed knowledge of different towns and transportation routes throughout the South; this greatly aided Federal forces planning military operations in a particular theater.

Used the cover of an aging and frail woman to gather intelligence about sectors under Confederate control.

Established citizen-based networks in different communities to supply Union
forces with information concerning troop placements, supply lines, and fortifications.

Served as a guerrilla operative for the Union Army; led successful raids
behind enemy lines.

Introduced a variety of herbal and holistic remedies to ailing soldiers,
helping to combat debilitating and often fatal infections and diseases.