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George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron Byron, was born in London in 1788. He was a leading figure of the Romantic movement and one of the most celebrated poets of his day. His works include "Childe Harold's Pilgrimage," "Don Juan," and "Hebrew Melodies." Byron died in Greece in 1824 while fighting for Greek independence.
Here are some additional details about Byron's life:
* He was born with a clubfoot, which caused him to walk with a limp.
* He was educated at Harrow School and Trinity College, Cambridge.
* He published his first poem, "Hours of Idleness," in 1807.
* He married Anne Isabella Milbanke in 1815, but they divorced in 1816.
* He had a daughter, Ada Lovelace, with his wife.
* He traveled extensively throughout Europe, including Greece, Italy, and Turkey.
* He died of fever in Greece in 1824.
Byron was a complex and controversial figure, but he is undoubtedly one of the most important poets in English literature. His work continues to be read and admired today.
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