Alfred Tennyson, was a renowned English poet who lived from 1809 to 1892. He is best known for his works such as "The Charge of the Light Brigade" and "In Memoriam A.H.H." Tennyson was appointed as the Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom in 1850, succeeding William Wordsworth. His poetry often explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition, and he was highly regarded for his lyrical and evocative writing style. Tennyson's contributions to English literature have had a lasting impact and continue to be celebrated to this day.