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Henry Wotton

Henry Wotton (1568–1639) was a poet, diplomat and writer.

Also recorded as Sir Henry Wotton

Born
1568
Died
1639
Known for
poet · diplomat · writer and politician

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Henry Wotton, from the Wikimedia Commons record.
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Overview

Born at Boughton Place in 1568, died at Eton College in 1639.

In detail

Henry Wotton studied at The Queen's College and Winchester College. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is diplomacy and poetry.

Employment is recorded with Eton College. Positions recorded include Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England and ambassador.

Distinctions recorded are Knight Bachelor.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Henry Wotton”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q641028: Henry Wotton

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