Commons diary, 1621.

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Commons diary, 1621.

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Manuscript record of proceedings of the House of Commons (v. 1: Feb. 28-Mar. 27, 1621; v. 2: Apr. 23-June 2, 1621). This record consists of detailed notes on debates over legislation, with the speakers identified by name.

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