The Magna Carta
Tell me about the Magna Carta
English King John signed the Magna Carta in 1215, limiting the king's power. Later, England's King Edward III claimed to be king of France and began the Hundred Years' War in 1337.
What did the Magna Carta do?
Limited the power of the king. Protected freemen from arbitrary arrest, imprisonment, and other legal actions.
Why did the Magna Carta get signed?
Protected privileges of nobles, recognized rights of townspeople and the Church - nobles granted rights that would eventually be extended to all English citizens from the power of the king.
Why is the Magna Carta a thing?
The king had too much power and no one like it.
Why is the Magna Carta important?
Was a government document that limited the power of king and become a model for people who demanded democratic power for all.