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A94764 Touching the fundamentall lawes, or politique constitution of this kingdome, the Kings negative voice, and the power of Parliaments. To which is annexed the priviledge and power of the Parliament touching the militia. 1643 (1643) Wing T1956; Thomason E90_21; ESTC R21308 11,820 15

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