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A32293 Two letters the one from a Dutchman to his correspondent in England, the other an answer from the said correspondent : in which most things of note (that relate to, or have been transacted in this in this hostility) are very fully handled : with the present condition of both countries. F. C.; J. G. 1673 (1673) Wing C31; ESTC R17116 19,977 24

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