William Cobbett: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Peter Porcupine
Born	March 9, 1763 • England
Died	June 18, 1835 (aged 72) • England

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Cobbett, detail of a painting by an unknown artist; in the National Portrait Gallery, London

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