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A00747 The accusation and impeachment of Iohn Lord Finch, Baron of Fordwich, Lord Keeper of the Great Seale of England, by the House of Commons; Proceedings. 1640 England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons. 1640 (1640) STC 10876; ESTC S102060 3,538 14

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