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Celebrated Crimes

CHAPTER IV
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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.

That the cities of Perpignan, Montpellier, Cette, and Aiguemortes be assigned us as cities of refuge.
'Refused.
"7.


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