By Aryka Randall, Contributing Writer and Voice & Viewpoint Staff
How many of you have heard of the Buffalo Soldiers? The most notable group of Black Cowboys to be acknowledged in history. On October 5th the Lemon Grove Historical Society hosted their 45th annual “History Alive” lecture series highlighting the history of the Buffalo Soldiers as well as the San Diego chapter of The Buffalo Soldiers. Among them was the president of the chapter, Rachel Hilliard, who gave attendees an insightful look into the history of the first woman in the Buffalo Soldiers, Cathay Williams. Hilliard performed a heartfelt monologue in her honor.
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