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.

Severall papers from His Excellency Sr. Thomas Fairfax, and the armie under his command, delivered to the Commissioners of Parliament and city at Alisbury [sic], July 23. 1647. Occasioned by a late petition and engagement of some citizens, commanders, officers, and souldiers of the trained bands and auxiliaries &c. Being the last and most d[e]sperate designe against the kingdome and army. With a copy of the engagement. Also, a proclamation from his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, against the entertaining of cavaliers in the armie. By the appointment of his Excellency Sr. Thomas Fairfax and his Councell of Warre. Signed Io. Rushworth Secr.

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

January 1647

[8] p.In the title the first "e" in "desperate" has failed to print.Signatures: A⁴.Originally publis...

Letters from Saffron-Walden the Generalls head quarters,: by way of apologie and vindication of the army under his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, of some late groundlesse aspersions cast upon them. Together with a true account of the proceedings and resolutions of that army upon the late resolves and declaration of the Parliament concerning the petition of his officers and souldiers in the army, to his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax. Also the copie of a second petition from the county of Essex, intended to both the Houses of Parliament.

T. W.

January 1647

8, 7-12, [2] p.Consists of 3 items, the first of which is signed at end: T.VV.Text is continuous des...

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...

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 petition of the officers and souldiers in the army, under the command of His Excellency Sr. Thomas Fairfax, vvith the severall votes of the councell of war at Saffron-Walden, concerning the armies going into Ireland: with the names of every officer then present. Together with a letter from His Excellency, to the House of Commons, concerning the said petition.

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

April 1647

8 p.Items are dated 21-30 March, 1647.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

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...

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.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

[2], 5, [1] p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nou: 13th".Reproduction of the original in the British L...

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...

The humble petition, or representation of M. William Harrison, gentleman and souldier. To His Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, Captain Generall of the forces raised for the King and Parliament. Together with a further relation of the said Mr. William Harrison, with a true discovery of abundance of treasure sent downe into the west, and divers persons there imployed to raise forces (under pretence of the service for Ireland) to make warre against this army commanded by his Excellency. As also the desire of the souldiery to the committee of Northampton. By William Harrison gent. souldier under his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax.

Harrison, William, gent.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

8 p.Place and date of publication from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 3d".Imperfect: trimme...

A representation from his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, and the generall Councel of the Army. Expressing the desires of the Army in relation to themselves as souldiers; in which they desire satisfaction before disbanding. Tendred to the Right Honourable the Commissioners of Parliament residing with the Army, Sept. 21. to be by them represented to the Parliament. By the appointment of his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax and the generall councell of the Army. John Rushworth Secret.

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

January 1647

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "7ber [i.e. September] 24".In this edition, line 14 on title p...

A letter from His Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, to Mr. Speaker; concerning a randezvouz of the army, for the quieting of all distempers therein, and recovering the antient discipline thereof. With the desires and proposals of the Generall Councell of the Army, for the easing the countrey, and taking off free quarter. By the appointment of the Generall Councell of the army. Signed Wil. Clarke.

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

January 1647

[8] p.The letter is signed and dated: Putney 8. Novem. 1647 T. Fairfax.Signatures: A⁴.Annotation on ...

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...

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 letter from his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, sent to both Houses of Parliament June the 6. concerning the Kings being brought from Holmby towards the Army with all the perticulers about the same. Wherein is set forth to all the world the cleare and candid intentions of his Excellency and the whole Army, for the good of the Parliament and kingdome, in their restlesse endeavours, for a sure and lasting true peace. Published to silence the many false reports already raised, and to prevent the like for the future,

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

[8] p.Publication date from Wing.Signatures: [A]⁴.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 8th 1647".Repro...

A letter from His Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, to Mr. Speaker;: concerning, the forces of the Northern Association, and Nottinghamshire Horse joyning with the Army. With their severall declarations and representations. Also, two petitions from the Nottinghamshire Horse; the one to both Houses of Parliament; the other, to His Excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

[2], 9, [1] p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 19th".Reproduction of the original in the British L...

Severall papers from His Excellency Sr. Thomas Fairfax, and the armie under his command, delivered to the Commissioners of Parliament and city at Alisbury [sic], July 23. 1647. Occasioned by a late petition and engagement of some citizens, commanders, officers, and souldiers of the trained bands and auxiliaries &c. Being the last and most d[e]sperate designe against the kingdome and army. With a copy of the engagement. Also, a proclamation from his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, against the entertaining of cavaliers in the armie. By the appointment of his Excellency Sr. Thomas Fairfax and his Councell of Warre. Signed Io. Rushworth Secr.

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

January 1647

[8] p.In the title the first "e" in "desperate" has failed to print.Signatures: A⁴.Originally publis...

Letters from Saffron-Walden the Generalls head quarters,: by way of apologie and vindication of the army under his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, of some late groundlesse aspersions cast upon them. Together with a true account of the proceedings and resolutions of that army upon the late resolves and declaration of the Parliament concerning the petition of his officers and souldiers in the army, to his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax. Also the copie of a second petition from the county of Essex, intended to both the Houses of Parliament.

T. W.

January 1647

8, 7-12, [2] p.Consists of 3 items, the first of which is signed at end: T.VV.Text is continuous des...

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...

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 petition of the officers and souldiers in the army, under the command of His Excellency Sr. Thomas Fairfax, vvith the severall votes of the councell of war at Saffron-Walden, concerning the armies going into Ireland: with the names of every officer then present. Together with a letter from His Excellency, to the House of Commons, concerning the said petition.

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

April 1647

8 p.Items are dated 21-30 March, 1647.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

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...

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.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

[2], 5, [1] p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nou: 13th".Reproduction of the original in the British L...

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...

The humble petition, or representation of M. William Harrison, gentleman and souldier. To His Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, Captain Generall of the forces raised for the King and Parliament. Together with a further relation of the said Mr. William Harrison, with a true discovery of abundance of treasure sent downe into the west, and divers persons there imployed to raise forces (under pretence of the service for Ireland) to make warre against this army commanded by his Excellency. As also the desire of the souldiery to the committee of Northampton. By William Harrison gent. souldier under his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax.

Harrison, William, gent.
Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

8 p.Place and date of publication from Wing.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 3d".Imperfect: trimme...

A representation from his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, and the generall Councel of the Army. Expressing the desires of the Army in relation to themselves as souldiers; in which they desire satisfaction before disbanding. Tendred to the Right Honourable the Commissioners of Parliament residing with the Army, Sept. 21. to be by them represented to the Parliament. By the appointment of his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax and the generall councell of the Army. John Rushworth Secret.

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

January 1647

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "7ber [i.e. September] 24".In this edition, line 14 on title p...

A letter from His Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, to Mr. Speaker; concerning a randezvouz of the army, for the quieting of all distempers therein, and recovering the antient discipline thereof. With the desires and proposals of the Generall Councell of the Army, for the easing the countrey, and taking off free quarter. By the appointment of the Generall Councell of the army. Signed Wil. Clarke.

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

January 1647

[8] p.The letter is signed and dated: Putney 8. Novem. 1647 T. Fairfax.Signatures: A⁴.Annotation on ...

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...

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 letter from his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, sent to both Houses of Parliament June the 6. concerning the Kings being brought from Holmby towards the Army with all the perticulers about the same. Wherein is set forth to all the world the cleare and candid intentions of his Excellency and the whole Army, for the good of the Parliament and kingdome, in their restlesse endeavours, for a sure and lasting true peace. Published to silence the many false reports already raised, and to prevent the like for the future,

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

[8] p.Publication date from Wing.Signatures: [A]⁴.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 8th 1647".Repro...

A letter from His Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, to Mr. Speaker;: concerning, the forces of the Northern Association, and Nottinghamshire Horse joyning with the Army. With their severall declarations and representations. Also, two petitions from the Nottinghamshire Horse; the one to both Houses of Parliament; the other, to His Excellencie Sir Thomas Fairfax.

Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Baron, 1612-1671.

January 1647

[2], 9, [1] p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 19th".Reproduction of the original in the British L...

Severall papers from His Excellency Sr. Thomas Fairfax, and the armie under his command, delivered to the Commissioners of Parliament and city at Alisbury [sic], July 23. 1647. Occasioned by a late petition and engagement of some citizens, commanders, officers, and souldiers of the trained bands and auxiliaries &c. Being the last and most d[e]sperate designe against the kingdome and army. With a copy of the engagement. Also, a proclamation from his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, against the entertaining of cavaliers in the armie. By the appointment of his Excellency Sr. Thomas Fairfax and his Councell of Warre. Signed Io. Rushworth Secr.

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

January 1647

[8] p.In the title the first "e" in "desperate" has failed to print.Signatures: A⁴.Originally publis...

Letters from Saffron-Walden the Generalls head quarters,: by way of apologie and vindication of the army under his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax, of some late groundlesse aspersions cast upon them. Together with a true account of the proceedings and resolutions of that army upon the late resolves and declaration of the Parliament concerning the petition of his officers and souldiers in the army, to his Excellency Sir Thomas Fairfax. Also the copie of a second petition from the county of Essex, intended to both the Houses of Parliament.

T. W.

January 1647

8, 7-12, [2] p.Consists of 3 items, the first of which is signed at end: T.VV.Text is continuous des...

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...

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