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Charles Henry Webb (January 24, 1834 – May 24, 1905) was an American poet, author and journalist. He was particularly known for his parodies and humorous writings.

Biography

Webb was born at Rouse's Point, New York in 1834.

Webb worked as both a whaler and a war correspondent. He spent three years at sea, and was then taken on by The New York Times where he covered the front

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