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A03133 A historicall relation of the famous siege of the Busse, and the suprising of Wesell Together with the articles, and points of composition graunted by his Excellencie the Prince of Orange to those of the towne. And a supposition of the state, and order of their garrison marching out of the city. and some other additions herevnto annexed. Written by H.H. ... . Hexham, Henry, 1585?-1650? 1630 (1630) STC 13262; ESTC S118791 37,502 49

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