Zbigniew Morsztyn
Birthday November 30, 1628
Birth Sign Sagittarius
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About
Polish poet who lived in the 17th century. He primarily wrote religious poetry, as he was part of a religious sect called the Polish Brethren.
Before Fame
He served in the army for nine years, and fought against both Swedes and Russians in the Northern Wars.
Trivia
He fled to Prussia in 1662 due to religious persecution and subsequently became the Ducal Councillor of Frederick William. He wrote about the devastation and destructions of war.
Family Life
He had a cousin named Jan Andrzej Morsztyn, who was also a poet.
Associated With
He and John Milton were both famous 17th century poets.
