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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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.
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“Henry Wotton”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q641028: Henry Wotton
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