Folk Heroes: Veleda

Published: Aug. 30, 2023, 7 a.m.

Veleda (c. 100 CE) was a seeress venerated by Germanic tribes for her prophecies and diplomatic gifts. She was considered a divinity on earth. Veleda predicted the success of the rebellion that would halt the powerful Roman Empire\u2019s expansion into Germanic territory and change the course of Europe\u2019s history.