Henry Wriothesley
Earl of Southampton, English nobleman
Born
April 24th, 1545
480 years ago
Died
November 10th, 1624
400 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Born as the second Earl of Southampton, held a prominent position in Elizabethan society. Served as a patron of the arts and was a close friend of William Shakespeare, who dedicated two narrative poems to him. Participated in various royal courts and maintained influential connections within the political landscape. Engaged in military campaigns during the Dutch Revolt. His estate was significant in the countryside of England.
Patronage of William Shakespeare's works
Involvement in military service in the Netherlands
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