Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons Records 1610-1691

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Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons Records 1610-1691

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Unofficial journals of proceedings kept by or for Viscount John Lowther Lonsdale; a volume relating to the Court of Commons; and a volume relating to the House of Commons commissioners.

6 items; 6 containers; 1.5 linear feet

eng,

Library of Congress. Manuscript Division

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SNAC Resource ID: 6357128

Library of Congress. Manuscript Division

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