About William A. Feilds
William A. Feilds was an American politician and teacher.
William A. Feilds#tag:ref|Historical records do not agree on the spelling of his surname; it has been alternatively spelled Field, Fields and Feild. According to the state of Tennessee, Feilds himself preferred this spelling. He was born an enslaved person.
The American documentary series Who Do You Think You Are? (2011) revealed that he is the paternal great-great-grandfather of actress, singer and Miss America 1984, Vanessa Williams and of actor Chris Williams and the maternal great-great-great-grandfather of Jillian Hervey.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William A. Feilds?
American politician
When did William A. Feilds die?
William A. Feilds died on 9 September 1898.
What was William A. Feilds's occupation?
William A. Feilds was a politician and teacher.
What nationality was William A. Feilds?
William A. Feilds was American.
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