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- ↑ T. Hearne (ed.), Joannis Lelandi Antiquarii De Rebus Britannicis Collectanea, 2nd Edition (W & J Richardson, London 1770), IV, pp. 216–233.
- Lord Mayors of the City of London from 1189, cityoflondon.gov.uk
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