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A Great fight in Scotland, : between the English forces commanded by his Excellency the Lord General Monk, and the King of Scots forces, under the conduct of Lieu. Gen. Middleton; with the particulars thereof; the manner of the engagement, and the lamentable loss on both sides. Likewise, the resolution of the highlanders, to fight either to death or victory; and the number of men engaged in the late plot against the Lord Protector.

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Language:	English
Published:	London, : Printed for G. Horton, 1654.
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Subjects:	Scotland. > Army > Early works to 1800. England and Wales. > Army. > Early works to 1800. Great Britain > History, Military > Stuarts, 1603-1714 > Early works to 1800.
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