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Cathay Williams
American slave, chef, Buffalo soldier and Female wartime crossdresser
Cathay Williams was born in September 1844 in Independence, United States and died in 1892.
Born
in September 1844
Died: in 1892
Source:
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- Birthplace
- Independence, United States
- Professions
- slavery, tailor, chef, military personnel, soldier
- Citizenship
- United States
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Where was Cathay Williams born?
Cathay Williams was born in Independence, United States.