Jane Hicks Gentry, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
TweetJane Hicks Gentry
Appalacian folklorist and singer
Date of Birth: 18-Dec-1863
Place of Birth: Watauga County, North Carolina, United States
Date of Death: 25-May-1925
Profession: folklorist
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius 
About Jane Hicks Gentry
- Jane Hicks Gentry (December 18, 1863 – May 25, 1925) was an Appalachian folklorist and singer, born in Watauga County, North Carolina.
- She was known for her riddles and the "Jack, Will and Tom Tales", in addition to the songs she recorded for Cecil Sharp.
- All were believed to have originated in England, Scotland or Germany, and passed down through Jane's family to her.
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