Ambrose Philips

Ambrose Philips (1674–1749) was a British poet, politician and playwright.

Also recorded as A⁠⸺ P⁠⸺.

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Overview

Born at Shrewsbury in 1674, died at Vauxhall in 1749.

In detail

Ambrose Philips studied at St John's College and Shrewsbury School. the recorded working language is English.

Positions recorded include Member of Parliament in the Parliament of Ireland.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Ambrose Philips”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q2404968: Ambrose Philips

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