John Wolcot
1738–1819 (age 81)
Biography
John Wolcot was a prolific writer and satirist of considerable renown during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. His sharp wit and literary talent made him a notable figure in English letters, and his works were widely read and discussed among his contemporaries.
Born in 1738 and passing in 1819, Wolcot left a lasting legacy through his satirical verses and literary contributions. He was interred at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, a fitting resting place for a man whose words had graced the heart of London's cultural life.