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Cathay Williams – Female Buffalo Soldiers Tribute Tee
The Forgotten Heroine Who Rode with History.
Celebrate the legacy of Cathay Williams, the first African American woman to enlist in the U.S. Army — disguised as a man — and serve with the famed Buffalo Soldiers. This powerful tribute tee captures her strength and story through bold artwork and authentic cavalry symbolism.
Featuring Cathay proudly mounted in full uniform with buffalo grazing behind her, this design is flanked by the iconic 10th & 9th Cavalry insignias and anchored by the core values of Honor • Valor • Courage. The inclusion of 1866–1944 marks the active years of the Buffalo Soldiers and cements this shirt as a living piece of American history.
🔍 Key Facts About Cathay Williams:
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Enlisted in 1866, shortly after the Civil War, in the 38th U.S. Infantry Regiment, which would become part of the Buffalo Soldiers.
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Women were barred from military service at the time, so she passed as a man and served for nearly two years before being discovered and discharged.
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She is the only documented African American woman known to serve in the regular U.S. Army posing as a male soldier.
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After her service, she attempted to receive a military pension but was denied, despite ongoing health issues stemming from her time in the Army.
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Her legacy remained mostly unknown until much later, but she is now honored as a symbol of bravery, resistance, and determination.
👕 Product Features:
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🧵 Soft AF: Made from 100% ring-spun cotton (or cotton/poly blends for heathers), it feels like your favorite protest shirt from day one.
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👕 Unisex Classic Fit: Clean lines, crew neck, and a relaxed fit that pairs well with raised eyebrows and eye rolls.
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💪 No-Side-Seam Construction: Built to last longer than some people’s attention spans.
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🌱 Ethically Made: Crafted from sustainably harvested U.S. cotton and certified for safety and quality. Guilt-free sarcasm at its finest.
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🧵 Details That Matter: Tear-away label, twill-taped shoulders, and ribbed collar — because comfort matters, even when patience doesn’t.
Honor her courage. Share her story.
Order your Cathay Williams Buffalo Soldiers Tribute Tee today — and wear a legacy that history almost forgot.
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2XL |
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| Width, in |
18.00 |
20.00 |
22.00 |
24.00 |
26.00 |
28.00 |
| Length, in |
28.00 |
29.00 |
30.00 |
31.00 |
32.00 |
33.00 |
| Sleeve length, in |
8.23 |
8.50 |
8.74 |
9.02 |
9.25 |
9.49 |
| Size tolerance, in |
1.50 |
1.50 |
1.50 |
1.50 |
1.50 |
1.50 |
