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Broadside issued by Parliament during the English Civil War permitting the London militia to raise and train horses on Parliament's behalf. Dated 4 June 1650, it reads in part: ''...the said horse being Lifted, Trained and Exercised, to bee employed by the said Committee, or by such whom they shall appoint, to suppresse all Tumultuous Rebellions...'' Measures 8.5'' x 12.5''; mounted to paper to an overall size of 11.25'' x 18.25''. Irregularly trimmed edges cutting off seal at top. Toning and shadow of print transferred from folding, overall very good.
English Civil War Broadside Authorizing London Militia to Raise Horses for the Defense of Parliament -- ''...to suppresse all Tumultuous Rebellions...''
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