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Old 02-06-2011, 11:22 AM
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polly13
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Originally Posted by StitchinJoy
Now I'm reading Catherine Clinton's biography of Harriet Tubman. It's a fascinating portrait of a great woman. She triumphed over the hatred and ignorance of America in the 19th century, through her amazing strength, intelligence, and faith.
Harriet Tubman's home is about an hour away from where we live. Our Secretary of State for Abraham Lincoln, William Seward, also lived there. Both are museums. Some contrast when you visit the two.
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