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A54948 A sermon preach'd to the Artillery Company, at St. Mary le Bow, Septemb. 11, 1677, and at their earnest desire published by Thomas Pittis ... Pittis, Thomas, 1636-1687. 1677 (1677) Wing P2317; ESTC R10835 15,095 39

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