Henry John Newbolt

Poet
BIRTHDAY
June 6,1862
Birthplace
England
Age
Apr 19,1938,age 75
Birth Sign
Gemini
BIRTHDAY
June 6,1862 (age Apr 19,1938,age 75)
Birthplace
England

About

An English poet, historian, and author, he is best known for his 1892 poem, Vitai Lampada. His other works include Taken from the Enemy (a novel) and a collection of ballads entitled Admirals All.

Before Fame

He studied at Clifton College and served as editor of the school's literary publication.

Trivia

He worked for the British War Propaganda Bureau during World War I.

Family Life

He wed and had two children with Margaret Duckworth. Throughout the marriage, Duckworth carried out a same-sex relationship with a childhood friend.

Associated With

His 1897 poem, Drake's Drum, was written in honor of a legend surrounding Sir Francis Drake.