Daughters of the Faith Series A Story Based on the Life of Harriet Tubman Harriet Tubman was born a slave on a Maryland plantation in the 1800s. She trusts in God, but her faith is tested at every turn. Should she obey her masters or listen to her conscience? The story of Harriet's childhood is a record of courage. Even more, it's the story of God's faithfulness as He prepares her to eventually lead more than 300 people out of slavery through the Underground Railroad. Harriet Tubman (born Araminta Ross; c. 1822 – March 10, 1913)