The Form of Apology and Satisfaction of 1604 was a document drawn up by a House of Commons committee protesting against James I's handling of recent political issues. It was never passed by the whole House, and it is not known whether James ever received it.
1604 Apology
Fact of the Day
Up to 11 men may have sought election to the 1614 parliament to avoid paying their debts.
Quote of the Day
"I have offended God and mankind in not having laboured at my art as I ought to have done
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~ Leonardo da Vinci, speaking during his final illness to Francis I
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.