John Dryden

John Dryden is a famous English poet from the 17th century known for his satire and literary prowess. He died of gangrene on May 1st, 1700 and was promptly buried with a small service to commemorate his life.That didn’t sit well with his friends. They felt he deserved a more elaborate celebration and to be buried in the prestigious “Poet’s Corner” in Westminster Abbey. So they dug him up, threw a huge party and reburied him 12 days after he was initially laid to rest.