Pension as the widow of a Union Soldier that served in the college infantry. After he died, tubman petitioned for additional benefits for her own services outlined as nurse, cook, and commander of several 8 9 scouts during the late war. Congress received numerous documents supporting her claim. They, along with her affidavit, are here. 1889, the president signed legislation that authorized an increase of tubmans pension for 20 a month for her service as a nurse. Examine the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman and the preservation efforts of her maryland birthplace. You begin with a presentation from the Maryland Office of tourism and development. Then, dr. Jones, the University Archivist at morgan state university. He is the University Archivist at morgan state, her scholarship publications,many speaking engagements, and appearances. She is the author of 3 books on pivotal figures. Please welcome the panel to the stage. [applause] good evening. I work for the great state of maryland, the
Courtmartial proceeding. She was working as a nurse in South Carolina and the Court Transcript allows us to hear her in her own words. After the war, she received the pension as a widow of a union veteran, nelson davis who had served as a private in the 8 United States colored infantry. Years after she died, tubman petitioned congress for additional benefits for her own service outlined in her affidavit as nurse and cook in hospitals and commander of several men, eight or nine, as scouts dpurg the late war. Congress received numerous documents and letters supporting tubmans claim and they, along with her affidavit are here in the records of the niets house of representatives. Tubmans pentagon was increased to 20 for her service as a nurse. Tonight, a distinguished panel will discus the life enlegacy of Harriet Tubman and ongoing presentation efforts of her birthplace. Ms. Ross is feeling in for robert f. Parker listed in our program but unable to be with. Dr. Jones is the University Ar
Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration, along with the Brandywine Valley Scenic Byway Commission and members of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus, today announced the creation of the Pennsylvania Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway.
Anne Frank’s Europe: Before, During and After Her Diary Whilst we still can’t physically visit historic European sites, there’s plenty of chances to visit them virtually. This tour from the History Tour Program is a perfect example, exploring places in Europe associated with Anne Frank. A historian will guide you through Anne Frank’s life through the places in Germany, the Netherlands and Poland with the chance to ask questions throughout.
11 April from 4pm. Free. Online event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/anne-franks-europe-before-during-after-her-diary-livestream-tour-tickets-148061212071?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch&keep tld=1
Inaugural David Cooper Lecture: Dr Anthony S. Fauci A year on from the first lockdown, as we continue to muddle towards the light at the end of the tunnel this lecture from scientist and presidential adviser Dr Fauci will discuss the past year and what we’ve learned. This live lecture sees Dr Fauci sit down with Tegan Taylor of ABC’s Coronaca