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March 19, 1821
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October 20, 1890
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Richard Francis Burton (19 March 1821 – 20 October 1890) was a British writer, poet, diplomat, soldier, historian, and military personnel. He was also an anthropologist and explorer. Burton is known for his works in the travel literature genre.
Born in Torquay, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, he was educated at Trinity College, Oxford. Richard Francis Burton's mother was Martha Baker.
Burton passed away on 20 October 1890 in Trieste.
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