Alan Seeger
American soldier and poet
Born
1888
137 years ago
Died
July 4th, 1916
108 years ago — 28 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Wrote significant poetry during the early 20th century. Seeger volunteered for the French Foreign Legion during World War I. His poem 'I Have a Rendezvous with Death' gained recognition for its poignant reflection on bravery and mortality. The poem, published posthumously, captures the experiences of soldiers in wartime.
Wrote 'I Have a Rendezvous with Death'
Served in the French Foreign Legion during WWI
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