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“I look upon Virginia as a rib taken from Britain's side... While they both proceed as living under the marriage-compact, this Eve might thrive so long as her Adam flourishes. Whatever serpent shall tempt her to go astray etc [will only cause] her husband to rule more strictly over her.”

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Alexander Spotswood

Alexander Spotswood, born in 1676 and died on June 6, 1740, was an unknown British historical figure. more

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