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A91178 VIII queries upon the late declarations of, and letters from, the army: proposed to all true lovers of their country and Parliaments, and conscientious souldiers in the army. Prynne, William, 1600-1669. 1647 (1647) Wing P3949; Thomason E392_22; ESTC R201577 3,732 8

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