5 juin 1215 - Magna Carta:

Description:

Clauses:
12: King can't charge scuttage without the consent of the kingdom
39: No freeman imprisoned or exiled by the king, only by the court of law
61: 25 Barons elected to ensure the King adheres to the charter

Short Term:
First acts to restrict the actions of the king
Pope declared it invalid after the request of John
Led to a baron's war with he barons supporting Louis to invade England and take the crown
Re-issued for subsequent rulers

Long Term:
Foundation of democracy for England
Its terms would be able to reach more people over time
Foundation for modern acts (Human Rights)

Ajouté au bande de temps:

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