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William Howitt

British writer (1792–1879)

William Howitt was born on December 18, 1792 in Heanor, United Kingdom and died on March 3, 1879, aged 86.

Born

December 18, 1792

William Howitt died aged 86.

Died: March 3, 1879

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Birthplace
Heanor, United Kingdom, Derbyshire
Professions
poet, writer, historian
Citizenship
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

More about William Howitt

Zodiac sign
Sagittarius

Family

Child
Alfred William Howitt
Spouse
Mary Howitt

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Questions people ask

How old was William Howitt when they died?

William Howitt died aged 86.

When is William Howitt’s birthday?

William Howitt’s recorded birthday is December 18.

Where was William Howitt born?

William Howitt was born in Heanor, United Kingdom; Derbyshire.

When did William Howitt die?

William Howitt died on March 3, 1879.