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Witness of Kurma raises plea for mercy in regicide case
The king of Poland presents himself as witness for Kurma, expressing devotion to truth and pleading for clemency. He describes Kurma’s loyalty during captivity, his attempts to protect the king, and urges judges to spare his life to avoid political bloodshed and preserve national unity. He calls for reform to guard the king’s rights and prevent future treason.
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Lukawicki
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God of Mercy
Montague
Europe
Normandy
Madamé la Fayette
Burnet
John Wilmot
Rochester
Shakespeare
George Steevens
T. Payne
T. Davies
Ruffel Street
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