Historical story

Who were Harriet children?

The Harriet children are the four daughters of Elizabeth and Edward Harriet, who were both abolitionists and activists in the Underground Railroad. The Harriet children were:

* *Frances Harriet* (1825–1912) was the eldest daughter and a teacher.

* *Sarah Harriet* (1827–1905) was the second daughter and a teacher.

* *Ellen Harriet* (1829–1889) was the third daughter and a teacher.

* *Arabella Harriet* (1831–1863) was the fourth daughter and died at the age of 32 from tuberculosis.

The Harriet children were all actively involved in the Underground Railroad, along with their parents. They helped to hide and transport slaves to freedom. Frances and Sarah were also teachers at the African Free School in Wilmington, Delaware.