John Suckling (poet), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

John Suckling (poet)

English poet

Date of Birth: 10-Feb-1609

Place of Birth: London

Date of Death: 01-Jun-1642

Profession: writer, poet, playwright

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Sir John Suckling (10 February 1609 – after May 1641) was an English poet and a prominent figure among those renowned for careless gaiety and wit, the accomplishments of a Cavalier poet.
He was also the inventor of the card game cribbage.
He is best known for his poem "Ballad Upon a Wedding".