William Tasker | |
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| Born | 1740 Iddesleigh, Devon, England |
| Died | 1800 Iddesleigh, Devon, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Anglican priest, poet, antiquary |
| Known for | Ode to the Warlike Genius of Great Britain |
William Tasker (1740–1800) was an English clergyman, scholar and poet. He made translations of works of Pindar and Horace. His own poems celebrated the "genius of Britain", which to him was both artistic and military. He was also interested in science, including physiognomy.