Plaque

John Dryden

Inscription

John Dryden, poet, lived here. B.1631. D.1700.

Site: John Dryden (1 memorial)

W1, Gerrard Street, 43

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John Dryden

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John Dryden

Poet and playwright. Born in Aldwincle, Northamptonshire. The first Poet Laur...

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