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King John (1167-1216) signs the Great Charter (Magna Carta) the charter of English liberties, Runnymede, Surrey, 1215 (1864). The Angevin kings of England, Henry II, Richard I and John arbitrarily abused feudal rights. The nobility forced King John to sign the Magna Carta, guaranteeing their restoration.

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Know about the reign of King John of England and the events that led to the establishment of Magna Carta

View the animation on the history behind the baronial revolt and the formulation of the Magna Carta in 1215

Know about Simon de Montfort's baronial revolt against King Henry III and the contribution of 1215 Magna Carta in establishing Parliament

Know about the necessary precautions to bring the whole series of the Magna Carta together at the Robing Room of the Palace of Westminster to celebrate the 800th anniversary of the charter's issue

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