Virginie Ghesquière (1768-1867), was a French soldier. She served in the Napoleonic army dressed as a man from 1806 to 1812. She served under Andoche Junot during the Peninsular War, and was promoted to sergeant and lieutenant.
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Lived 1786 to 1867 · aged 81
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