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A80888 The declaration of lieutenant-generall Cromwell concerning his present design and engagement against Col. Poyer and his adherents in South Wales, and his resolution and protestation thereupon. Delivered at the head of each regiment upon Munday last, being the 8. of this instant May, at a randezvouz neer the city of Gloucester. And the souldiers resolution touching the Lieutenant Generall, and Collonel Poyer.. [sic] Also, very sad newes from the Isle of VVight, concerning the Kings Majesty. May 9. 1648. Imprimatur Gilb. Mabbott. Hancock, John, of Gloucester.; S. J.; F. W. 1648 (1648) Wing C7058; Thomason E441_16; ESTC R204902 2,539 8

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