oct 7, 1849 - Edgar Allan Poe Dies
Description:
Poe writes "Hop-Frog" the last work before he dies.In July Poe joins a club called "Sons of Temperance" in an attempt to stop drinking.
On October 3rd, Poe is found half-conscious and is taken to a hospital. Much speculation still exists around Poe's last days.
Added to timeline:
Date:
oct 7, 1849
Now
~ 176 years ago