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About Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was an American poet known for his numerous educational works such as "Paul Revere's Ride" and “The Song of Hiawatha”. That aside, he also worked as an educator and was a professor at Harvard College, and Bowdoin College.
Most historians have credited Longfellow as America’s first poet to translate the “Divine Comedy” poem which was written by Dante Alighieri. Though he recorded some amount of successes, he was criticized for copying the style of the European poets.
Parents
- Stephen Longfellow (father)
- Zilpah Wadsworth (mother)
Spouses
- He was married to Mary Storer Potter in 1831 until her death in 1835.
- Frances Appleton (married in 1843)
Children
Longfellow’s children include:
- Ernest Wadsworth Longfellow
- Charles Appleton Longfellow
- Fanny Longfellow
- Anne Allegra Longfellow
Education
He studied at the Bowdoin College.
Death
He died from peritonitis.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Rank
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F.A.Q. about Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
When is his birthday?
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's birthday is on February 27, 1807.
In how many days is his birthday?
Henry's birthday is in 295 days
How old was Henry when he died?
He was 75 years old.
When did he die?
He died in March 24, 1882.
How old would he be today?
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow would be 217 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Henry from?
He was born in Portland, Maine, U.S..