A petition from severall regiments of the Army, viz, Colonell Fleetwoods, Colonell Whalies. Colonell Barksteads, &c. Presented to his Excellency, Thomas Lord Fairfax, at St. Alboni [sic], on Saturday the 11. of this present November, 1648. Wherein they set forth their desires for a speedy, safe, and just settlement, that thereby the kingdom may be freed from the heavy burthens that now they lye under, especially that of free-quarter. Also, a letter from his Excellency, to the committee of the Army, concerning the said grievances.

His Majesties message to the Lord Generall Fairfax; and His act and proclamation concerning the army, to be published throughout all the respective counties, cities, and market towns, within the kingdom of England, and dominion of Wales. Also, a letter from the army to the King, and their new propositions touching his Majesty, and dissolving of the Parliament, and the time prefixed. With a declaration of the Lord Generall Fairfax touching the same. Agreed upon by his Excellency, and the councell of the army, and signed T. Fairfax.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Contains "The demands of the army" addressed to Fairfax, "The armies message to the King", ...

A declaration from His Excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax, and the Generall Councell of the Army; concerning the obstructive proceedings of divers citizens of Lon-Lon [sic], towards the souldiery; as also the charge of the Army upon them, and the rest of their adherents about the city. Together with their last proposals to both Houses of Parliament, and a letter from his Excellency and the Army, read in both Houses of Parliament upon Satturday [sic] last, and communicated to the Lord Major, Aldermen, and Common-Councell of the City of London. By the appointment of his Excellency Sir Tho: Fairfax, and the Generall Councell of the Army, this declaration, together with proposals, were sent to the Commissioners of Lords and Commons residing with the Army, to be presented to both Houses of Parliament, and read upon Saturday last, Septemb. 18. 1647.

England and Wales. Army. Council.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

[8] p.Signatures: A⁴.Annotation on Thomason copy: "7ber [i.e. September] 21".Reproduction of the ori...

The humble petition of divers inhabitants of the county of Hertford, who have faithfully adhered to the Good Old Cause. Presented to the Parliament, by Dr. Barber, with many free-holders, and other inhabitants of the said county, May 13. 1659. Together with the Parliament's answer thereunto.

England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1659

1 sheet ([1] p.)Praying for the restoration of "such faithfull officers in the armie and nation that...

The humble petition of many officers lately drawne from the army for the service of Ireland, in the behalfe of themselves, and their souldiers, to His Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax Knight, Captaine Generall of the army raised by authority of both Houses of Parliament. Shewing the reasons why, and how they were drawne off. With a vindication of themselves against the scandals raised by some of his Excellencies army since their drawing off. Also, a letter annexed from the Generall to the severall regiments inducing them to engage in that honourable and just warre.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

8 p.The letter from Fairfax is dated: April 18. 1648 [sic].Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 8th".R...

Two letters of His Excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax,: sent to both Houses of Parliament; with the humble advice of the Councel of Warre (held at St. Edmunds Bury in Suffolke, Satterday 29. May, 1647.) upon the votes of both Houses, sent to the army for their disbanding. Also, the petition of the private souldierie of the army, both horse and foot, presented (to His Excellencie at the same Councell of Warre) by their several adjutators: with the names of the officers that were then present. Published at the instant desire of the army, to prevent mis-understandings, and to set forth their candid desire of the peace, and welfare of the Parliament, and this kingdome; as also, concerning the reliefe of Ireland.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.
England and Wales. Army.

January 1647

8, [4] p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 4th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The Armies petition: or A nevv engagement of many in the Army, vvho are yet faithfull to the people: being a perfect relation of the late proceedings of the agents of divers regiments of horse : with the manner of their imprisonment, by some officers; with the petition of Col. Riches regiment to the generall for the release of their agents.

8 p.Caption title.Annotation on Thomason copy: "May 3d 1648".Reproduction of the original in the Bri...

A petition of divers officers of the army presented to his excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax at his head quarters at Saffron Walden the 23 of this instant May wherein they declare to the world their resolution and readinesse to defend the authority of Parliament; and not to direct or dispute the proceedings of those by whose power they have acted -- wherein also they manifest their reality to His Excellencie and army; that it hath been, so it shall be their endeavour by all lawfull meanes to promote the honour and welfare of the souldiers as their owne.

1 sheet ([1] p.)Imprint from Wing.Signed by 115 officers, and "besides many more Officers who concur...

The demands, resolutions, and intentions of the Army; vnder the command of Generall Fairfax, and Major Generall Cromwell: for the speedy settlement of the state in peace, according to truth, without treating with those whom wee have already conquered. Commanded to be printed and communicated to all the free-borne people of England, Tuesd. September 26. 1648.

England and Wales. Army. Council.
England and Wales. Army. aut

January 1648

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Sept ye 26".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A petition presented by the inhabitants of Nevvport-pagnell and the parts adjacent to his excellency the Lord Generall Fairfax, and the General Councell at White-Hall on Tuesday, Decemb. 26. 1648, desiring the person of the king might be brought to speedy iustice, and other matters of like nature. To the Right Honourable His Excellency the Lord Fairfax, Generall of the the Parliaments forces, and to the officers of the excellencies army now met in general councell. The humble petition fo the well-affected in Newport-Pagnell, and the parts adjacent.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

1 sheet ([1] p.)Imprint from Wing.They make known their reflections to the army and ask nine article...

The humble petition of His Excellency Thomas Lord Fairfax, and the General Councel of officers of the Army under his command to the Honorable, the Commons of England in Parliament assembled. Die Sabbathi, 20 Januarii, 1648. Ordered by the Commons assembled in Parliament, that the petition of the general, and the general councel of the officers of the Army under his command, this day presented to the House, be forthwith printed. H: Scobel, cler. Par. d. com.

England and Wales. Army. Council.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.
England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons. Proceedings. 1648-01-20.

January 1648

8 p.A petition "for a general settlement of peace in the nation; which we therein desired might be f...

The petition of 8000 reduced officers and souldiers, amongst whom are many knights, collonels, and other officers of note, that have faithfully served the Parliament. Read in both Houses of Parliament, on Tuesday the 8th of August 1648. For a speedy settlement of religion, the King, Parliament and kingdome, in a parliamentary way, according to the late just and modest desires of the City of London. And for payment and security for their arreares. And the answer of both Houses of Parliament delivered to the said petition. Signed Jo. Brown Cler. Parliamentorum, H. Elsynge Cler. Par. Dom. Com.

England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.
England and Wales. Parliament. House of Lords.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aug: 9".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A remonstrance or declaration of the Army: presented to the House of Commons on Munday Novemb. 20. 1648. By Colonell Ewres and six lieut. collonels and captaines of the Army. Abstracted out of the originall for the present satisfaction of the kingdome. 1. Wherein they desire that King Charles, as the capitall grand author of the late troubles, may be speedily brought to justice. 2. That Prince Charles, and the Duke of Yorke may be sommoned to come in, and render themselves by a certain day. 3. That this Parliament may have a speedy period put to it, and 4. The manner of another Parliament to be called, and delinquents not to elect or be elected. 5. That there may be an agreement for all the kingdome to sign, which shall be above law, and all to be disfranchized that will not signe it. Also the remonstrance of the regiment of late Col. Rainsborough, to his Exccllency [sic], for revenge of their colonels death. And petition of Colonell Overtons regiment now at Newcastle. Published by speciall order.

England and Wales. Army. Council.

8 p.An abridgment of: A remonstrance of His Excellency Thomas Lord Fairfax, Lord General of the Parl...

A declaration from His Excellencie Sr. Thomas Fairfax, and his Councell of Warre.: Concerning their proceeding in the proposalls, prepared and agreed on by the Councell of the Armie, to be tendred to the Commissioners of Parliament, residing in the Army, and with them to be treated on by the Commissioners of the Army. Together with the heads of the said proposalls, containing the particulars of their desires, in pursuance of their former declarations and papers, in order to the clearing, and securing of the rights, and liberties of the kingdome, and the setling of a just and lasting peace. To which are added some further particular desires, for the removing, and redressing of divers present pressing grievances, being also comprised in, or in necessarie pursuance of their former representations and papers appointed to be treated upon.

England and Wales. Army.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

8, 7-14 p.The declaration is dated on A3r: August 2. 1647.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aug: 5th".Im...

To the supreame authoritie the Parliament of the Common-vvealth of England. The humble petition of the officers of the army. Sheweth, that wee having had divers meetings to seeke the Lord, and to speake of the great things God hath done for this Common-Wealth, it hath been set upon our hearts as our duty to offer such things, on the behalf of this nation, as in our judgements and consciences might tend to the peace and well being thereof, and therefore in pursuance of the same, have with one consent thought it fit humbly to present to you the particulars following, which wee desire may be taken into serious consideration.

Whalley, Edward, d. 1675?
Hacker, Francis, d. 1660.
Barkstead, John, d. 1662.
Okey, John, d. 1662.
Goffe, William, 1605?-1679?
Worsley, Charles, 1622-1656.

January 1652

1 sheet ([1] p.)Dated and signed at end: At the Councell of VVarre at White-Hall, the 12. of August....

The agreement between the commissioners of Parliament, and his excellencie Sr. Thomas Fairfax, and his chief officers, for disbanding all the supernumerarie forces of this kingdom, for taking off of free-quarter, and for drawing all the Army into the severall garrisons of his kingdome. Reported by the said commissioners to the House of Commons, on friday the 17. of Decemb. instant. And printed for the generall satisfaction of the Kingdom. Also a petition from the farmers of the county of Surrey : and his Excellencies answer thereunto, concerning the Landlords bearing equall burthen with the tennant in free-quarter. Imprimatur Gilb: Mabbot.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.
England and Wales. Army. Council.

January 1647

7, [1] p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Dec: 18".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

His Majesties message to the Lord Generall Fairfax; and His act and proclamation concerning the army, to be published throughout all the respective counties, cities, and market towns, within the kingdom of England, and dominion of Wales. Also, a letter from the army to the King, and their new propositions touching his Majesty, and dissolving of the Parliament, and the time prefixed. With a declaration of the Lord Generall Fairfax touching the same. Agreed upon by his Excellency, and the councell of the army, and signed T. Fairfax.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Contains "The demands of the army" addressed to Fairfax, "The armies message to the King", ...

A declaration from His Excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax, and the Generall Councell of the Army; concerning the obstructive proceedings of divers citizens of Lon-Lon [sic], towards the souldiery; as also the charge of the Army upon them, and the rest of their adherents about the city. Together with their last proposals to both Houses of Parliament, and a letter from his Excellency and the Army, read in both Houses of Parliament upon Satturday [sic] last, and communicated to the Lord Major, Aldermen, and Common-Councell of the City of London. By the appointment of his Excellency Sir Tho: Fairfax, and the Generall Councell of the Army, this declaration, together with proposals, were sent to the Commissioners of Lords and Commons residing with the Army, to be presented to both Houses of Parliament, and read upon Saturday last, Septemb. 18. 1647.

England and Wales. Army. Council.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

[8] p.Signatures: A⁴.Annotation on Thomason copy: "7ber [i.e. September] 21".Reproduction of the ori...

The humble petition of divers inhabitants of the county of Hertford, who have faithfully adhered to the Good Old Cause. Presented to the Parliament, by Dr. Barber, with many free-holders, and other inhabitants of the said county, May 13. 1659. Together with the Parliament's answer thereunto.

England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1659

1 sheet ([1] p.)Praying for the restoration of "such faithfull officers in the armie and nation that...

The humble petition of many officers lately drawne from the army for the service of Ireland, in the behalfe of themselves, and their souldiers, to His Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax Knight, Captaine Generall of the army raised by authority of both Houses of Parliament. Shewing the reasons why, and how they were drawne off. With a vindication of themselves against the scandals raised by some of his Excellencies army since their drawing off. Also, a letter annexed from the Generall to the severall regiments inducing them to engage in that honourable and just warre.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

8 p.The letter from Fairfax is dated: April 18. 1648 [sic].Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 8th".R...

Two letters of His Excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax,: sent to both Houses of Parliament; with the humble advice of the Councel of Warre (held at St. Edmunds Bury in Suffolke, Satterday 29. May, 1647.) upon the votes of both Houses, sent to the army for their disbanding. Also, the petition of the private souldierie of the army, both horse and foot, presented (to His Excellencie at the same Councell of Warre) by their several adjutators: with the names of the officers that were then present. Published at the instant desire of the army, to prevent mis-understandings, and to set forth their candid desire of the peace, and welfare of the Parliament, and this kingdome; as also, concerning the reliefe of Ireland.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.
England and Wales. Army.

January 1647

8, [4] p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 4th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The Armies petition: or A nevv engagement of many in the Army, vvho are yet faithfull to the people: being a perfect relation of the late proceedings of the agents of divers regiments of horse : with the manner of their imprisonment, by some officers; with the petition of Col. Riches regiment to the generall for the release of their agents.

8 p.Caption title.Annotation on Thomason copy: "May 3d 1648".Reproduction of the original in the Bri...

A petition of divers officers of the army presented to his excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax at his head quarters at Saffron Walden the 23 of this instant May wherein they declare to the world their resolution and readinesse to defend the authority of Parliament; and not to direct or dispute the proceedings of those by whose power they have acted -- wherein also they manifest their reality to His Excellencie and army; that it hath been, so it shall be their endeavour by all lawfull meanes to promote the honour and welfare of the souldiers as their owne.

1 sheet ([1] p.)Imprint from Wing.Signed by 115 officers, and "besides many more Officers who concur...

The demands, resolutions, and intentions of the Army; vnder the command of Generall Fairfax, and Major Generall Cromwell: for the speedy settlement of the state in peace, according to truth, without treating with those whom wee have already conquered. Commanded to be printed and communicated to all the free-borne people of England, Tuesd. September 26. 1648.

England and Wales. Army. Council.
England and Wales. Army. aut

January 1648

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Sept ye 26".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A petition presented by the inhabitants of Nevvport-pagnell and the parts adjacent to his excellency the Lord Generall Fairfax, and the General Councell at White-Hall on Tuesday, Decemb. 26. 1648, desiring the person of the king might be brought to speedy iustice, and other matters of like nature. To the Right Honourable His Excellency the Lord Fairfax, Generall of the the Parliaments forces, and to the officers of the excellencies army now met in general councell. The humble petition fo the well-affected in Newport-Pagnell, and the parts adjacent.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

1 sheet ([1] p.)Imprint from Wing.They make known their reflections to the army and ask nine article...

The humble petition of His Excellency Thomas Lord Fairfax, and the General Councel of officers of the Army under his command to the Honorable, the Commons of England in Parliament assembled. Die Sabbathi, 20 Januarii, 1648. Ordered by the Commons assembled in Parliament, that the petition of the general, and the general councel of the officers of the Army under his command, this day presented to the House, be forthwith printed. H: Scobel, cler. Par. d. com.

England and Wales. Army. Council.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.
England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons. Proceedings. 1648-01-20.

January 1648

8 p.A petition "for a general settlement of peace in the nation; which we therein desired might be f...

The petition of 8000 reduced officers and souldiers, amongst whom are many knights, collonels, and other officers of note, that have faithfully served the Parliament. Read in both Houses of Parliament, on Tuesday the 8th of August 1648. For a speedy settlement of religion, the King, Parliament and kingdome, in a parliamentary way, according to the late just and modest desires of the City of London. And for payment and security for their arreares. And the answer of both Houses of Parliament delivered to the said petition. Signed Jo. Brown Cler. Parliamentorum, H. Elsynge Cler. Par. Dom. Com.

England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.
England and Wales. Parliament. House of Lords.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aug: 9".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A remonstrance or declaration of the Army: presented to the House of Commons on Munday Novemb. 20. 1648. By Colonell Ewres and six lieut. collonels and captaines of the Army. Abstracted out of the originall for the present satisfaction of the kingdome. 1. Wherein they desire that King Charles, as the capitall grand author of the late troubles, may be speedily brought to justice. 2. That Prince Charles, and the Duke of Yorke may be sommoned to come in, and render themselves by a certain day. 3. That this Parliament may have a speedy period put to it, and 4. The manner of another Parliament to be called, and delinquents not to elect or be elected. 5. That there may be an agreement for all the kingdome to sign, which shall be above law, and all to be disfranchized that will not signe it. Also the remonstrance of the regiment of late Col. Rainsborough, to his Exccllency [sic], for revenge of their colonels death. And petition of Colonell Overtons regiment now at Newcastle. Published by speciall order.

England and Wales. Army. Council.

8 p.An abridgment of: A remonstrance of His Excellency Thomas Lord Fairfax, Lord General of the Parl...

A declaration from His Excellencie Sr. Thomas Fairfax, and his Councell of Warre.: Concerning their proceeding in the proposalls, prepared and agreed on by the Councell of the Armie, to be tendred to the Commissioners of Parliament, residing in the Army, and with them to be treated on by the Commissioners of the Army. Together with the heads of the said proposalls, containing the particulars of their desires, in pursuance of their former declarations and papers, in order to the clearing, and securing of the rights, and liberties of the kingdome, and the setling of a just and lasting peace. To which are added some further particular desires, for the removing, and redressing of divers present pressing grievances, being also comprised in, or in necessarie pursuance of their former representations and papers appointed to be treated upon.

England and Wales. Army.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

8, 7-14 p.The declaration is dated on A3r: August 2. 1647.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aug: 5th".Im...

To the supreame authoritie the Parliament of the Common-vvealth of England. The humble petition of the officers of the army. Sheweth, that wee having had divers meetings to seeke the Lord, and to speake of the great things God hath done for this Common-Wealth, it hath been set upon our hearts as our duty to offer such things, on the behalf of this nation, as in our judgements and consciences might tend to the peace and well being thereof, and therefore in pursuance of the same, have with one consent thought it fit humbly to present to you the particulars following, which wee desire may be taken into serious consideration.

Whalley, Edward, d. 1675?
Hacker, Francis, d. 1660.
Barkstead, John, d. 1662.
Okey, John, d. 1662.
Goffe, William, 1605?-1679?
Worsley, Charles, 1622-1656.

January 1652

1 sheet ([1] p.)Dated and signed at end: At the Councell of VVarre at White-Hall, the 12. of August....

The agreement between the commissioners of Parliament, and his excellencie Sr. Thomas Fairfax, and his chief officers, for disbanding all the supernumerarie forces of this kingdom, for taking off of free-quarter, and for drawing all the Army into the severall garrisons of his kingdome. Reported by the said commissioners to the House of Commons, on friday the 17. of Decemb. instant. And printed for the generall satisfaction of the Kingdom. Also a petition from the farmers of the county of Surrey : and his Excellencies answer thereunto, concerning the Landlords bearing equall burthen with the tennant in free-quarter. Imprimatur Gilb: Mabbot.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.
England and Wales. Army. Council.

January 1647

7, [1] p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Dec: 18".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

His Majesties message to the Lord Generall Fairfax; and His act and proclamation concerning the army, to be published throughout all the respective counties, cities, and market towns, within the kingdom of England, and dominion of Wales. Also, a letter from the army to the King, and their new propositions touching his Majesty, and dissolving of the Parliament, and the time prefixed. With a declaration of the Lord Generall Fairfax touching the same. Agreed upon by his Excellency, and the councell of the army, and signed T. Fairfax.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1648

[2], 6 p.Contains "The demands of the army" addressed to Fairfax, "The armies message to the King", ...

A declaration from His Excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax, and the Generall Councell of the Army; concerning the obstructive proceedings of divers citizens of Lon-Lon [sic], towards the souldiery; as also the charge of the Army upon them, and the rest of their adherents about the city. Together with their last proposals to both Houses of Parliament, and a letter from his Excellency and the Army, read in both Houses of Parliament upon Satturday [sic] last, and communicated to the Lord Major, Aldermen, and Common-Councell of the City of London. By the appointment of his Excellency Sir Tho: Fairfax, and the Generall Councell of the Army, this declaration, together with proposals, were sent to the Commissioners of Lords and Commons residing with the Army, to be presented to both Houses of Parliament, and read upon Saturday last, Septemb. 18. 1647.

England and Wales. Army. Council.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

[8] p.Signatures: A⁴.Annotation on Thomason copy: "7ber [i.e. September] 21".Reproduction of the ori...

The humble petition of divers inhabitants of the county of Hertford, who have faithfully adhered to the Good Old Cause. Presented to the Parliament, by Dr. Barber, with many free-holders, and other inhabitants of the said county, May 13. 1659. Together with the Parliament's answer thereunto.

England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1659

1 sheet ([1] p.)Praying for the restoration of "such faithfull officers in the armie and nation that...

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