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Mother Shipton

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1488 – 1561 ·

Mother Shipton (Ursula Southeil, c. 1488–1561) was an English prophetess and soothsayer from Knaresborough, Yorkshire, a semi-legendary figure of English folklore. She is said to have foretold the Great Fire of London and other events; her prophecies were first printed in 1641, nearly 80 years after her death.

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Predictions covering: 01.01.1641 – 01.01.1960
About years: 1530–1881
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