Autograph letter signed from John Russell, 6th Duke of Bedford, to Lord Blessington [manuscript], 1821 May 29.

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...

Blessington, Charles John Gardiner, Earl of, 1782-1829

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Charles John Gardiner, 1st Earl of Blessington, husband of Lady Blessington. He wrote Observations addressed to His Excellency the Marquis Wellesley ... on the state of Ireland (1822) and De Vavasour: a tale of the fourteenth century (1826). From the description of Lord Blessington manuscript material : 1 item, ca. 1824 (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 76944925 From the guide to the Lord Blessington manuscript material : 1 item, ca. 1824, (The New York Public L...

Bedford, John Russell, Duke of, 1766-1839

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