Harriet Tubman Carries Infant Through Patrols on 1856 Mission

During an 1856 mission, Tubman administered paregoric to quiet a crying baby whose noise threatened to expose the group. This mission exemplified her reputation: "Once you start, there's no turning back." She reportedly told hesitant freedom seekers that dead folks tell no tales. A $40,000 bounty had been placed on her capture by mid-decade.