Obituary of Harriet Tubman

Harriet Tubman

Harriet Tubman (born March 6, 1822 in Dorchester County, Maryland) was an activist who was best known for escaping slavery and subsequently made 13 missions to rescue approximately 70 slaves using the "Underground Railroad", a network of antislavery activists and safe houses. Harriet died on March 10, 1913 and her death was because of pneumonia. She died four days after her 91st birthday.

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Harriet Tubman Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Tubman, Harriet
Common Name: Harriet Tubman
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: Dorchester County, Maryland, United States
Birth Date: March 06, 1822
Age: 91 (at death)
Also Known As: Minty, Moses
Occupation: Activist

Religion: Christian
Net Worth: $5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Newman's Own Dressing
Favorite Color: Fuchsia
Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
Favorite Actor: Anthony Hopkins

Harriet's Family Tree

Birth Name: Araminta Ross
Father: Ben Ross (1785-?)
Mother: Harriet Greene Ross (1804-1880)
Brother(s):

Ben Ross (1823-?)
Moses Ross (1832-?)
Henry Ross (1830-1830)
Robert Ross (1816-?)

Sister(s):

Mariah Ritty Ross (1811-?)
Rachel Ross (1825-1859)
Linah Ross (1808-?)
Soph Ross (1813-?)

Spouse/Partner:

John Tubman (married 1844-divorced 1851)
Nelson Davis (married 1869-1888, his death)

Daughter(s):

Gertie Davis (1874-1913)

Death Notice:

Date: March 10 1913 at age 91
Place: Auburn, New York, United States
Cause of Death: Pneumonia
Interment: Buried at Fort Hill Cemetery in Auburn, New York

Category Tags:

Activist American Born on March 6th Born in 1822 Born in Maryland Died in 1913 Died at age 91 Died from Pneumonia

Quotable Quotes:

" Harriet Tubman has been praised for her many achievements in life and in death. She was an important figure in the abolition of slavery, and her life and death are significant in this respect. We mourn her loss. (V)"

"Harriet Tubman's awe-inspiring life journey from a slave to a fearless freedom fighter continues to inspire and empower generations. (V)"

"Harriet Tubman was a highly respected abolitionist and undercover spy during the Civil War, and ultimately passed away after a long and courageous life dedicated to fighting for freedom and equality. (V)"

Is Ms. Harriet Tubman still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.