Which of the following was NOT a result of Harriet Tubman's work with the Underground Railroad?

• A. Establishment of safe houses
• B. Rescue of many slaves towards freedom
• C. Formation of the American Red Cross
• D. Creation of networks for escape routes

Answer: (C)

The formation of the American Red Cross is not a result of Harriet Tubman's work with the Underground Railroad. The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton in 1881, primarily in response to the needs of wounded soldiers during the Civil War and later expanded its mission to include disaster relief and humanitarian aid.

In contrast, Harriet Tubman’s contributions to the Underground Railroad included the establishment of safe houses, which provided refuge for escaping slaves, and she played a significant role in the rescue of many individuals seeking freedom. Furthermore, she was instrumental in creating networks for escape routes that facilitated the movement of slaves towards free territories. Tubman's work was deeply rooted in her commitment to the abolition of slavery and improving the conditions for those seeking freedom, distinguishing it from the objectives of the American Red Cross.