jun 15, 1215 - Magna Carta Signed

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- The Magna Carta was originally drafted in 1215, as a peace treaty between King John and a group of barons who had rebelled against his feudal and cruel system of demanding excessive taxes and military support. Following his defeat against the French in 1214, King John was in a weakened position and was forced to come to terms with the barons. Their demands were incorporated into the first Magna Carta. This first Magna Carta was a failure, though. King John broke his promises after just six weeks.
- King John died in October 1216, but the Magna Carta did not die with him. Just one month later, the first revision was issued. Two more revisions, in 1217 and 1225, ensued under the reign of Henry III, King John’s son. Henry’s successor, Edward I, confirmed the 1225 version and in 1297 issued the Inspeximus Magna Carta.

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