An History of Ireland, from the Year 1599, to 1603: With a Short Narration of the State of the Kingdom from the Year 1169. To which is Added, a Description of Ireland, Volume 1S. Powell, 1735 - Ireland |
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... Since the writing of thus much to you , concern- ing the 2000 preparing , We have received Ad- vertisements of the landing of the Spaniards at Kinfale , whereupon we have added a further Sup- ply of 3000 Men more to be fent to you . And ...
... Since the writing of thus much to you , concern- ing the 2000 preparing , We have received Ad- vertisements of the landing of the Spaniards at Kinfale , whereupon we have added a further Sup- ply of 3000 Men more to be fent to you . And ...
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