Laurence Binyon

1869–1943 (age 74)

Biography

Laurence Binyon penned the enduring poem "For the Fallen" and enriched British letters with translations and studies of Eastern art, blending poetic grace with scholarly insight.

His writings on Japanese and Chinese art broadened public appreciation for diverse cultures, and his memory is cherished by those who visit St Mary the Virgin Churchyard.

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