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enemy_n foot_n horse_n squadron_n 1,059 5 11.6685 5 false
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A40966 A Further and full account of the great and entire victory obtained by Their Majesties forces in Ireland, under the command of Lieutenant-General Ginckle, on Sunday July 12, 1691 1691 (1691) Wing F528; ESTC R31502 1,316 1

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