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B20830 A true and plenary relation of the great defeat given by my Lord Fairfax forces unto my Lord Nevvcastles forces in Yorkshire, January 23 which was the absolutest and considerablest victory that was obtained since the beginning of these unhappy warres / written by Thomas Crompton ... ; together with the names of the popish captains, lievtenants, ensignes and their colours, which are taken prisoners. Crompton, Thomas. 1642 (1642) Wing C7031 1,761 8

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