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... means , to win their submission . He even persuaded them to receive the Christian religion ; himself , it is said , becoming sponsor for Wittikind at his baptism . Zeal for the extirpation of idolatry , and for the diffusion of the true ...
... means , to win their submission . He even persuaded them to receive the Christian religion ; himself , it is said , becoming sponsor for Wittikind at his baptism . Zeal for the extirpation of idolatry , and for the diffusion of the true ...
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... means of his liberation , were summoned to receive their promised reward . They were welcomed with great splendour ; the Varangian guards , with their famous weapon the ponderous battle - axe , lined the streets , the hall of audience ...
... means of his liberation , were summoned to receive their promised reward . They were welcomed with great splendour ; the Varangian guards , with their famous weapon the ponderous battle - axe , lined the streets , the hall of audience ...
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... means impossible , therefore , that in carrying fire and sword into France , Edward might sincerely believe that he was but seeking to recover his own , unjustly withheld from him . It is deplorable when self - interest prevents our ...
... means impossible , therefore , that in carrying fire and sword into France , Edward might sincerely believe that he was but seeking to recover his own , unjustly withheld from him . It is deplorable when self - interest prevents our ...
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... means of pursuing their sad journey . Nearly twelve months did Calais hold out against him , but its brave defenders being then reduced to the last extremity , sought to make terms with him . Very harsh ones were all that Edward would ...
... means of pursuing their sad journey . Nearly twelve months did Calais hold out against him , but its brave defenders being then reduced to the last extremity , sought to make terms with him . Very harsh ones were all that Edward would ...
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... means nor the disposition to check the gradual ad- vance of the united armies . He preferred enjoying himself to the hard task of winning back his inheritance . Engaged in some festive preparations one day , he asked an officer what he ...
... means nor the disposition to check the gradual ad- vance of the united armies . He preferred enjoying himself to the hard task of winning back his inheritance . Engaged in some festive preparations one day , he asked an officer what he ...
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