Revolt and Parliament Crisis in Early September
The document reports on depredations against the House of Commons by Sir Edward Bainton and allies on the Isle of Wight, his accusations of treachery, and the Parliament’s pursuit. It describes proposed military actions, including sending three regiments of London trained bands, and measures to blockade Norf laik and Suffolk towns from land and sea. It notes the Earl of Manchester and others opposing rebels and the Parliament debating expeditions and militia control.