e]], we think fit to let you know that we have at all times relied upon the faithfulness and affection ... give you such speedy and powerful assistance as shall not only enable you to defend yourselves from any... ty.
We further let you know, that we will pardon all such as shall return to their duty before the last day of this month inclusive; and that we will punis
istration of affairs, civil and military, and to call a meeting of the Estates, for securing the Protes... oundations, which we hope you will set about with all convenient speed, with regard to the public good ... happily and in peace, and that you may lay aside all animosities and factions that may impede so good