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Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
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1564-1616
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Renowned poet, playwright and actor born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon in England. Wrote prolifically during the Elizabethan and Jacobean ages of British theatre. Married Anne Hathaway and the couple had three children. Died in Stratford-upon-Avon on 23 April 1616 and was buried in the sanctuary of the parish church, Holy Trinity.
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US DLC n 78095332
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Revised, Kymberley Doyle, 18-Feb-2025.
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'William Shakespeare Biography', Shakespeare Birthplace Trust website, accessed online 18-Feb-2025.
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Revised with history, authority record identifier, Kymberley Doyle, 18-Feb-2025.