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A83942 England and Scotlands covenant vvith their God; viz. in the protestation, the vow and covenant, the league and covenant for reformation and preservation of religion, the honour and happinesse of the King, and the peace and safety of the three kingdomes of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Ordered by the Commons in Parliament, that these covenants be printed and published. England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons. 1644 (1644) Wing E2930; Thomason E1200_1; ESTC R201204 6,419 22

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