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A53423 Admiral Russel's letter to the Earl of Nottingham containing an exact and particular relation of the late happy victory and success against the French fleet. Orford, Edward Russell, Earl of, 1653-1727. 1692 (1692) Wing O420; ESTC W36085 6,402 6

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