William Dorsey Swann (1858-1925)

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William Dorsey Swann (circa 1858-1925) was the first known drag queen and first known to lead a gay liberation organization in the United States. William was born into slavery and called himself the "queen of drag".


Modern Articles About Swan

PBS (2021), "William Dorsey Swann: The First 'Queen of Drag'"

Historical Articles About Swan

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  • Library of Congress, Evening Star describes Swan's "Hell of Iniquity" and the "downfall of young men" (January 13, 1896)
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