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Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield (1809-1876)

Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield (1809-1876) is a Pennsylvania historical marker in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, dedicated 1992.

Philadelphia County · dedicated 1992 · 1013 Rodman St., Philadelphia

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Greenfield, who lived here, was one of the 19th century's leading singers, known as the "Black Swan" because of her great vocal range. Her performances were hailed in the U.S. and in England where she sang before the Queen.

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