Chevalier d'Eon
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Charles Genevieve Louis Auguste Andre Timothee d'Eon de Beaumont, better known as simply Chevalier d'Eon, was a French historical aristocrat of the Order of Saint Louis, who was widely known for appearing in public as a woman.
The Chevalier was an accomplished scholar, solder, swordfighter, spy, and diplomat.
The life and experiences of Chevalier d'Eon are well-documented on the web. A web search is suggested for those interested in this subject.
