Historical Events tagged with "runnymede"
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King John Signs the Magna Carta
King John of England affixed his seal to the Magna Carta at Runnymede, marking a pivotal moment in the limitation of royal authority. This charter stemmed from the mounting discontent among the barons due to the king's oppressive taxation and arbitrary justice. The document, known for advocating specific rights for the barons and establishing the principle that everyone, including the king, was subject to the law, was sealed in the presence of significant nobles and clergy. Its notable provisions included safeguarding baronial rights and establishing due process.
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