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A35629 The accomplished commander being necessary instructions for the prudent conduct of officers in an army / written by a person of great experience in military affairs, and published for the common benefit, by R.C. Person of great experience in military affairs.; R. C. 1689 (1689) Wing C96; ESTC R3979 26,949 149

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