Early years
When was Edgar born?
January 19th, 1809
What university did Edgar go to?
University of Virginia
which branch of military did Edgar join?
The Army
when did Edgar die?
October 7th, 1849
What was Edgar best known for?
His short stories
Where was Edgar born?
Boston, MA
When did Edgar attend the University of Virginia
1826
What is one reason he moved to Boston and joined the military?
Him and his adoptive fathers relationship became non-existent
where did Edgar die?
Baltimore, Maryland
What are the 2 categories Edgar's work lies under?
Horror and detective
What happened to Edgar's biological parents?
His father abandoned them and him mother died.
Why did Edgar have to drop out?
He couldn't afford it
How many years was Edgar in the Army?
2 years
Why did Edgar die?
His death was related to alcohol
What were his most popular poem's?
To Helen, Lenore, The Raven
Who adopted Edgar?
John Allan
How did Edgar try to cover his costs at the University?
By gambling
Whats the highest rank Edgar earned
The highest available to him
Who was Edgar engaged to before he passed?
Sarah Helen Whitman
When did he write his first poem?
1827
Where did Edgar grow up?
Richmond, Virginia
How long did Edgar go to the university?
10 months and 1 day
What was Edgar's highest rank?
Sargent Major for Artillery
What was Edgar's greatest problem?
His addiction problems
Where did Edgar write his first poem?
Boston, MA