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B26234 The French Kings declaration of war against the Spaniard.; English France. Sovereign (1643-1715 : Louis XIV) 1689 (1689) Wing L3115AB; Interim Tract Supplement Guide 807.g.5.[49]; ESTC R232426 1,699 3

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