~ 1880 - 1918
Guillaume Apollinaire was a French poet, playwright, and art critic born on August 26, 1880, in Rome. He is best known for his contributions to modernist poetry, particularly his innovative use of form and language, as exemplified in his collection "Alcools." Apollinaire was also a significant figure in the avant-garde movement and played a key role in promoting cubism in the visual arts. He died on November 9, 1918, in Paris.