Wilfred Owen was an English poet known for his powerful and poignant war poetry during World War I. Born on March 18, 1893, in Oswestry, England, he enlisted in the British Army in 1915. Owen's experiences in the trenches deeply influenced his writing, leading him to explore the harsh realities of war and its impact on soldiers. His most famous poems, such as "Dulce et Decorum Est" and "Anthem for Doomed Youth," highlight the brutality and futility of conflict. Owen's work is celebrated for its vivid imagery and emotional depth, making him one of the leading voices in war literature before his death in combat on November 4, 1918.