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Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-avon. His mothers name was Mary Arden, a member of the gentry. His fathers name was John Glover Shakespeare, a commoner. John tried to regain their position in society by getting a coat of arms, but was rejected three times. William later, after achieving his fame, received a coat of arms known as Not without right that was in the shape of a shield. At the tender age of 14, (1578) William was apprenticed to a butcher. At 17, (1581) he was a liberteen, or a << Login/Signup for Full Text>>