Stephen Vincent Benét

1898–1943 (age 45)

Poet/Author

Biography

Stephen Vincent Benét was a celebrated American poet and author whose literary works earned him recognition as one of the significant voices of the 20th century. Born in 1898, he crafted memorable verses and stories that captured the American spirit.

Benét passed away in 1943 at the age of 44 and was laid to rest at Stonington Cemetery. Though his life was relatively brief, his literary contributions continue to be studied and appreciated by readers and scholars.

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