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Protestant Invasions and the Penal Laws Debate
A dense 17th century voice rails at religious freedom and penal laws. It denounces pretended liberty as a cover for Roman Catholic influence and warns against Protestant appeasement while urging firm allegiance to the Crown and Church. It critiques political manipulation, fears Romanist control of Parliament, and questions English zeal and integrity. A cautious note hints at a bold foreign visit changing the balance but keeps specifics vague.
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Smithfield-Stubes
Cain
House of Commons
Hering Pond
Jesus
Mabomer
Arnis