Waldensian documents, 1655 - 1658
Scope and Contents
1. A brief but exact Relation in English, of the occasion and grounds of the late war in Switzerland between the Protestant and the Catholic Cantons, bearing date the 14 of December, 1655. On two leaves.
2. A large History written in the French tongue, of all passages and transactions between the Evangelical and Catholic Cantons of Switzerland, in relation to the Nicodemites, or poor exiles of the Cantons of Switz, compiled with much pains and industry by Samuel Morland, Esq., during his abode at Geneva; the which history consists of the following parts or branches : 1, The beginning of the troubles in Switzerland, in the year 1655, upon account of religion, with their several assemblies upon that occasion. 2, The Rupture.3, The effects of the said Rupture.4, The peace concluded at Baden the 25 Feb./7 March, 1656.
It contains Copies, printed and in manuscript, of many documents.
Dates
- Creation: 1655 - 1658
Creator
- From the Sub-Series: Morland, Sir Samuel, 1625-1695 (1st Baronet, natural philosopher and diplomat) (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
1 volume(s)
Language of Materials
French
English
Former reference
Morland, V
Custodial History
Presented to the library in 1658 by Samuel Morland.
Physical Description
Paper
Repository Details
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