Harriet Tubman and Colonel Robert Gould Shaw

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Focusing on the profound bond between Harriet Tubman and the 54th Massachusetts Infantry, this ground-breaking narrative reveals Tubman's pivotal role as the Godmother of the regiment. It explores her close relationship with Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, who was killed during the assault on Fort Wagner. The book highlights Tubman's contributions and the emotional weight of serving Shaw his last meal, intertwining their stories within the broader context of the fight against slavery and the abolitionist movement in the North.