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William Arden Shakespeare is born in Stratford.
His parents are John and Mary Arden Shakespeare.
His most commonly known birthday was April 23rd, but considering how long it was ago, it might not be true. -
William was christianed in Holy Trinity Church in Stratford.
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Shakespeare goes to grammar school. Most would go to such a school when they were about the age of seven, but no one knows what age Shakespeare was when he attended "King's New School". (The name of his school)
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Shakespeare and Anne are married by the Bishop of Worcester at Temple Grafton.
(Anne Hathaway) Anne, 26 Shakespeare, 18 -
Six months after their marriage, Anne gave birth to their first child, Susanna, who was also baptized.
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Anne gives birth to twins: Judith and Hamnet. Judith lived to a long 77 years, but for Hamnet, only 11.
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William leaves his family, and travels to join a company of actors.
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William was believed to write his first play in this year. (Henry VI, Part One)
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Greene writes a horrible review of Shakespeare, calling him an "Upstart Crow" and that he didn't belong with their group.
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A small bubonic plague outbreak in London forcing theatres to close. Whilst the theatres are idle, Shakespeare uses the break to write poetry. It killed about 5% of London's residents.
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"Venus and Adoins," Shakespeare's first poem was published.
It was dedicated to his patron, Henry W. -
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Hamnet dies of unknown causes, age 11. Hamnet was William and Anne's only son.
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Wealthy now, (due to theatre work and investments) Shakespeare moves to the 2nd largest home in London.
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Chamberlain's men build The Globe Theatre. Shakespeare preforms quite a few plays here.
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Shakespeare's father dies. Some say this inspired Shakespeare's play, Hamlet.
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Upon the death of Queen Elizabeth I, King James recieves the throne. The Chamberlain's Men change their name to The King's Men.
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Shakespeare returns to his family in Stratford. His daughters are now married.
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Shakespeare writes his final plays: Henry VIII, Two Noble Kinsmen (Possibly 1614), and Cardenio. (Cardenio is lost)
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William makes the final changes to his will, giving his 'Second Best Bed' to his wife and 10 pounds to the poor.
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