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Poe is born
Edgar Allan Poe was born on January 9, 1809. His parents' names were Elizabeth and David Poe. -
Edgar's
On December 8th 1811, when Poe was only two years old his mother dies on a tour of an unknown cause. -
Monroe Doctrine is Finished
On this date the Monroe Doctrine is finished. -
Poe's Secret Fiance
Poe is secretly engaged to Sarah Elmira Royster. -
Poe goes to college
Poe becomes a student at the University of Virginia and excels at ancient and modern languages. -
Thomas Jefferson Dies
July 4, 1826 Thomas Jefferson dies of old age. -
Ludwig Van Beethoven dies
On March 26, 1827 Ludwig Van Beethoven the famous composer dies becuase of lead poisoning. -
Edgar's Foster Mother Dies
On this date, Edgar's beloved foster mother passes away making her the second woman that he loved that he has lost. -
John Allan Dies
John Allan dies of tuberculosis. -
The Tell-Tale Heart
On this date the Tell-Tale Heart is finished and published. -
Death of Poe
On October 7, 1849 Poe mysteriously dies because of an unknown reason. Though some say it was from drinking, rabies, or poisoning.
