In 1701, Daniel Defoe's Legion's Memorial was presented to his employer, Robert Harley, Speaker of the House of Commons. It demanded the release of the Kentish petitioners, who had asked Parliament to support the king in an imminent war against France.

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Size: 3100px × 4559px
Location: Houses of Parliament, London, England
Photo credit: © De Luan / Alamy / Afripics
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