Maryland Governor Moore Honors Harriet Tubman with General Rank

Harriet Tubman

African-American abolitionist and humanitarian (1822-1913) Wes Moore

American politician, investment banker, author and television producer Maryland Army National Guard

component of the US Army and military of the U.S. state of Maryland

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland National Guard held a ceremony on Veterans Day.
During this event, Tubman's service in various military roles was recognized.
The promotion highlights ongoing efforts to honor and preserve Tubman's legacy.

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On November 11, 2024, a ceremony was held at the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park in Dorchester County to honor Harriet Tubman's military contributions. During the event, Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland National Guard officially commissioned Tubman as a brigadier general, recognizing her service as a spy, scout, nurse, and cook during the Civil War. Tubman's contributions included providing vital intelligence to the Union Army and leading a significant military assault that freed over 750 enslaved people. This recognition comes as part of a broader effort to celebrate Tubman's legacy, including the recent renaming of a museum in her honor.

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