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Rare prayer book owned by priest who helped save life of King Charles II on public display at Midlands hall

A 400-year-old prayer book that once belonged to a priest who helped save the life of King Charles II has gone on public display after being bought for the nation by the National Trust.

By Lisa O'Brien
Published Jun 23, 2023
Supporting image for story: Rare prayer book owned by priest who helped save life of King Charles II on public display at Midlands hall
The rare book which has gone on display

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