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Joseph Addison

Born on May 1, 1672

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The 355th anniversary falls on May 1, 2027, in 189 days.

Joseph Addison (1 May 1672 – 17 June 1719) was a British writer and politician. He was the eldest son of Lancelot Addison.

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