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Thomas Farriner

Baker who owned the shop where the Great Fire of London began (1615/16?-1670) · Died at 55

Thomas Farriner was an English baker and churchwarden in 17th century London. Allegedly, his bakery in Pudding Lane was the starting point for the Great Fire of London on 2 September 1666.

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About this person

Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1615 to 1670 · aged 55