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Billy Waters, a black former Royal Navy sailor from America, became a London street sensation with his fiddle tunes and wild dances, despite losing a leg in a ship accident. His fame soared in Regency London, but a racist portrayal in a popular show led to his downfall. Now, his story is gaining recognition, with a concert marking his 250th birthday and a new biography highlighting his resilience against disability, racism, and poverty.

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