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Proclamation on Residence of English Merchant Adventurers in Dordrecht
A 17th century proclamation outlines the English Merchant Adventurers Corporation rights to levy funds and govern their commerce at Dordrecht. It references an October 12 16 3 Parliaments ordinance, favors freedom of entry by redemption, and sets duties for London inhabitants and non-freemen. It also mentions elections of free cities and places in Germany and the Dutch provinces with royal authorization.
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Dordrecht
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London
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