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William Loren Katz

1927–2019

United States

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William Loren Katz (June 2, 1927 – October 25, 2019) was an American teacher, historian and author of 40 books on African-American history, including a number of titles for young adult readers. He was particularly noted for his research and writing on the 500-year history of relations between African Americans and Native Americans. His books include Breaking the Chains: African American Slave Resistance, The Black West, and Black Women of the Old West.

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