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A93775 The Earle of Stamfords resolution. Expressed in his faithfull execution of the trust imposed upon him concerning the militia of Leicester-shire. Who notwithstanding hee was often opposed, yet did not desist, but did proceed in the performance of his trust. And also did certifie his faith and fidelity to the House of Parliament. With a most remakable [sic] passage concerning the besieging of Hull, and how Sir John Hotham hath let out the waters three miles about the towne for the defence thereof. Joh. Brown Cler. Par. Hen. Elsyng Cler. Par. D. Com. England and Wales. Parliament. 1642 (1642) Wing S5189; Thomason E154_25; ESTC R212703 2,542 8

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