Quote#Politics & Power
...we benignly wish that all and each of the natives of the kingdom…
Quote byEdward III of England · 1312–1377
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Assuming the title King of France (8 February 1340), quoted in A. R. Myers (ed.), English Historical Documents, 1327–1485 (Eyre & Spottiswoode, 1969), p. 65.
English (original)
...we benignly wish that all and each of the natives of the kingdom who will subject themselves willingly to us, as the true King of France according to wise counsel, before next Easter, offering due fidelity etc. to us, as King of France, performing their duties...should be admitted to our peace and grace and to our special protection and defence.
— Edward III of England
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