Harriet Tubman Posthumously Commissioned as Brigadier General

In a Veterans Day ceremony, Tubman was honored for her military service during the Civil War, becoming the first woman to lead an armed expedition.

Harriet Tubman, a former slave and abolitionist, was posthumously awarded the rank of brigadier general in the Maryland National Guard.
The ceremony took place at the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State ParkMaryland, attended by her descendants and state officials.
Tubman was recognized for her role as a Union Army spy, scout, and leader of a raid that freed over 700 enslaved people during the Civil War.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore emphasized Tubman's bravery and leadership, highlighting her contributions to the Union's efforts.
Efforts to honor Tubman have increased in recent years, including plans for a statue in Philadelphia and a stalled initiative to feature her on the $20 bill.