John Salusbury
Welsh politician and poet
Born
1567
458 years ago
Died
July 24th, 1612
413 years ago — 45 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Wales
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Active during the late 16th and early 17th centuries, this individual engaged in both politics and poetry. As a politician, served in the Welsh Parliament and held notable positions within local governance. The poetic works reflected the cultural and political landscape of Wales at the time, contributing to the literary heritage of the country.
Served as a member of the Welsh Parliament
Wrote poetry reflecting Welsh culture
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