What was the cause of death of William Shakespeare?

William Shakespeare is known as one of the most famous writers in all of history. His well-known works, such as Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, and Macbeth, are still read and performed throughout the world today. Interestingly, his exact date of birth is unknown, but his birthday is traditionally recognized and celebrated on April 23. Coincidentally, Shakespeare died on April 23, 1616 at the age of 52. The cause of his death to this day remains unknown. Many archeologists have requested to exhume his body, in order to examine his remains in an attempt to determine his cause of death, however, no such analysis has yet to be done. Ironically, his epitaph reads “Blessed be the man that spares these stones, / And cursed be he that moves my bones.” which some believe was placed on the tombstone to ward off grave robbers.

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