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| | Medieval Sourcebook: Matthew of Westminster: Simon de Montfort's Rebellion 1265 |
 | | Simon de Montfort, the illustrious earl of Leicester, and the barons, having assembled their forces from all quarters, and collected troops, both of the Londoners, whose army had increased to fifteen thousand men, and of men from other parts in countless numbers, marched thither with great impetuosity and courage. |
 | | The barons and others, his faithful subjects, wishing to observe their oaths and the fidelity due to God and to him, wish health, and tender their lawful service with all respect and honor. |
 | | And there the fiery valor of the barons was visibly displayed, who fought eagerly for their country, and at last gained the victory. |
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