Poet and dramatist. Born in Dublin to John Butler Yeats. A member of The Rhymers' Club. Died in Roquebrune, France.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
W. B. Yeats
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Bedford Park panel
On the back of the panel 8 Bedford Park men are featured, each with a paragra...
WB Yeats - NW1
William Butler Yeats, 1865 - 1939, Irish poet and dramatist, lived here. Lond...
WB Yeats - tree
Friendship Tree Maidenhair Tree (Ginkgo biloba) Planted by His Excellency D...
WB Yeats - Woburn Walk
William Butler Yeats, Irish poet and dramatist, lived in this house, then kno...
Wine Office Court
The Rhymers' Club is not specifically mentioned on the plaque but Ye Olde Che...
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