Abolitionist Tubman

HARRIET

This famous conductor on the Underground Railroad shares her name with a classic spy novel character.

The clue "Abolitionist Tubman" refers to Harriet Tubman, a famous American abolitionist who helped enslaved people escape through the Underground Railroad. Her first name, "Harriet," is the answer to the crossword. The clue is straightforward, using her well-known role in history to point to her name. No wordplay is involved—it’s a direct reference to a historical figure.