Tubman

Tubman, William Vacanarat Shadrach 1895-1971.
Liberian politician. As president of Liberia (1944-1971) he modernized the country and maintained a close relationship with the United States.

Tub·man

(tŭb'mən)

American abolitionist. Born a slave on a Maryland plantation, she escaped to the North in 1849 and became the most renowned conductor on the Underground Railroad, leading more than 300 slaves to freedom.

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