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from being next heir to the late earl I restore you again to society, by freely pardoning all your past offences ; and I expect from your future good behaviour, and the service which you are able to render me by your skill and bravery, if you are inclined, never have cause to repent my kindness.” Robin Hood, now Earl of Huntingdon, and his bowmen, immediately swore allegiance to the king ; and b their good conduct afterwards, Richard was induced to place them near his own person as a body guard.

Gamewell Hall.