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Massacres Of The South (1551-1815) I

CHAPTER IV
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That it may please the king to grant us liberty of conscience throughout the province, and to permit us to hold religious meetings in every suitable place, except fortified places and walled cities.
'Granted, on condition that no churches be built.
"2.

That all those in prison or at the galleys who have been sent there since the revocation of the Edict of Nantes, because of their religion, be set at liberty within six weeks from the date of this petition.
'Granted.
"3.

That all those who have left the kingdom because of their religion be allowed to return in freedom and safety, and that their goods and privileges be restored to them.
'Granted on condition that they take the oath of fidelity to the king.
"4.

That the Parliament of Languedoc be reestablished on its ancient footing, and with all its former privileges.
'The king reserves decision on this point.
"5.

That the province of Languedoc be exempted from the poll tax for ten years, this to apply, to Catholics and Protestants alike, both sides having equally suffered.
'Refused.
"6.


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