John Masefield
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John Masefield
Summary
John Masefield is a human[1]. His place of birth was Ledbury[2]. He was born on June 1, 1878[3]. He passed away in Abingdon-on-Thames[4]. He died on May 12, 1967[5]. He worked as a poet[6], writer[7], children's writer[8], journalist[9], and novelist[10]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (379 views/month, #7,090 of 1,000,298).[11]
Key Facts
- John Masefield was born in Ledbury[2].
- John Masefield died in Abingdon-on-Thames[4].
- John Masefield was born on June 1, 1878[3].
- John Masefield died on May 12, 1967[5].
- Burial took place at Poets' Corner[12].
- John Masefield's father was George Masefield[13].
- John Masefield's mother was Caroline[14].
- A child of John Masefield was Judith Masefield[15].
- John Masefield held citizenship in United Kingdom[16].
- John Masefield worked as a poet[6].
- John Masefield's professions included writer[7].
- John Masefield's professions included children's writer[8].
- John Masefield's professions included journalist[9].
- John Masefield worked as a novelist[10].
- John Masefield worked as a librettist[17].
- John Masefield held the position of Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom[18].
- John Masefield's education included a stint at Warwick School[19].
- John Masefield received the Order of Merit[20].
- John Masefield is recorded as male[21].
- John Masefield's instance of is recorded as human[22].
- John Masefield's Commons category is recorded as John Masefield[23].
- John Masefield's archives at is recorded as University of Leeds Libraries[24].
- John Masefield's archives at is recorded as Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library[25].
- John Masefield's archives at is recorded as Harry Ransom Center[26].
- John Masefield's family name is recorded as Masefield[27].
Body
Origins and Family
Born in Ledbury[2], John Masefield… he was born on June 1, 1878[3]. His father was George Masefield[13]. His mother was Caroline[14].
Education
John Masefield's education included a stint at Warwick School[19].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include poet[6], writer[7], children's writer[8], journalist[9], novelist[10], and librettist[17]. John Masefield held the position of Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom[18].
Recognition
John Masefield received the Order of Merit[20].
Personal Life
A child of John Masefield was Judith Masefield[15].
Death and Burial
John Masefield died on May 12, 1967[5]. He died in Abingdon-on-Thames[4]. He is buried at Poets' Corner[12].
Why It Matters
John Masefield ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (379 views/month, #7,090 of 1,000,298).[11] He has Wikipedia articles in 22 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 25 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was John Masefield born?
John Masefield's place of birth was Ledbury[2].
Where did John Masefield die?
John Masefield died in Abingdon-on-Thames[4].
Who were John Masefield's parents?
John Masefield's father was George Masefield[13]. John Masefield's mother was Caroline[14].
What did John Masefield do for work?
John Masefield worked as poet[6], writer[7], children's writer[8], journalist[9], and novelist[10].
Where did John Masefield go to school?
John Masefield was educated at Warwick School[19].
What awards did John Masefield receive?
Honors received include Order of Merit[20].