Selected quad for the lemma: england_n
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A26774
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The regall apology, or, The declaration of the Commons, Feb. 11, 1647, canvassed wherein every objection and their whole charge against His Majesty is cleared, and for the most part, retorted.
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Bate, George, 1608-1669.
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Wing B1090; ESTC R17396
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