On February 14, 1629 in Celtic History

Valentine greatrakes, a physician who is known as the touch doctor, is born in affane, co. waterford

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Wed 14 Feb 1629

    Valentine Greatorex (1628-1683), born in Affane Castle in West Waterford, was a noted Stroker or healer who cured a dying King and won a place of honour in the Royal Household of Britain where he died in 1682

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