Rupert Brooke
English poet
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About Rupert Brooke
Rupert Brooke was a poet of British nationality. He was widely known for his unique and idealistic war sonnets. One of his poems that gained media recognition was titled “The Soldier”. Brooke was also known for his extraordinary appearance; charming, and handsome.
In 1915, he gained media recognition as a war poet after the Times Literary Supplement published two of his sonnets. His poems include “The Old Vicarage, Grantchester”, and “The Dead”.
Education
Brooke was educated at Rugby School, King's College, and the University of Cambridge.
Parents & siblings
He was the child of William Parker Brooke and Ruth Mary Cotterill. His three siblings were Richard England Brooke, Edith Marjorie Brooke, and William Alfred Cotterill Brooke.
Who did Rupert Brooke date?
He had several romantic relationships with both males and females including Charles Lascelles, Élisabeth van Rysselberghe, Denham Russell-Smith, Katherine Laird Cox, and Michael Sadleir.
Death
In 1915, Brooke died of septicaemia.
Trivia
His full name was Rupert Chawner Brooke.
He was a bisexual.
Brooke was described by poet W. B. Yeats as the handsomest young man in England.
He was once the Cambridge University Fabian Society’s president.
In 1914, he was made a member of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve.
Brooke was a founding member of the Marlowe Society drama club.
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F.A.Q. about Rupert Brooke
When is his birthday?
Rupert Brooke's birthday is on August 3, 1887.
In how many days is his birthday?
Rupert's birthday is in 94 days
How old was Rupert when he died?
He was 27 years old.
When did he die?
He died in April 23, 1915.
How old would he be today?
Rupert Brooke would be 136 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Rupert from?
He was born in Rugby, Warwickshire, England, UK.