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Edward Capern

Edward Capern (1819–1894) was a poet, mail carrier and composer.

Edward Capern

Edward Capern (1819-1894), Bideford Postman Poet; Burton Art Gallery and Museum, Bideford.

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Born
1819 · Tiverton.
Died
1894 · Braunton.
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Occupation
poet · mail carrier · composer · writer
Languages
English

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Notes, references and evidence

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