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A94919 A true and full relation of the manner of the taking of the towne and castle of Shrewsbury. With the conditions on which the castle, and fort at Frankvill, were surrendered. As also, a list of the names of the severall commanders, officers, knights, esquires, gentlemen, and others, that were taken prisoners. Printed according to order. 1645 (1645) Wing T2482; Thomason E271_2; ESTC R212219 1,877 10

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