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A38922 An Exact journal of the siege of Namur giving a particular account of the several sallies and attacks, and other most remarkable passages from the first investing of the place : together with the articles of capitulation, both for surrendring the city and castle. 1695 (1695) Wing E3648; ESTC R8666 18,437 34

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