First published black woman poet in America Crossword Clue
15 letters · New York Times · Saturday, November 6, 1999 · 20-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, November 6, 1999.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 6, 1999 · 20-Across · 15 letters
PHILLISWHEATLEY0 of 15 letters revealed
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American poet (born in Africa) who was the first recognized Black writer in America (1753-1784)
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