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Casimir Pulaski is illustrated with mid-length hair, a small mustache, and wearing a military petticoat
Engraving of Casimir Pulaski (1745 - 1779) by James Hopwood. (Photo: Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Revolutionary War general Casimir Pulaski, who was likely intersex, leads American troops in battle.

Date: 1777

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Engraving of Casimir Pulaski (1745 - 1779) by James Hopwood. (Photo: Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Casimir Pulaski's remains will be exhumed and tested, and in 2019 researchers will conclude that he was most likely intersex.