Connections to the Magna Carta
Imagine finding out you're not just linked to a pivotal slice of history, but directly descended from both sides of it. That's my story. I'm a 25th great-grandchild of King John of England and also connected to 12 of the 25 barons who played a key role in the Magna Carta. This isn't just a chapter from a history book for me; it's a personal journey through my family's past. Few documents have resonated through the ages like the Magna Carta. The Magna Carta emerged from a period of tumult and tyranny. King John, my ancestor, often remembered more for his vices than virtues, was at the heart of this drama. His reign, marked by military failures, exorbitant taxation, and disputes with the Church, set the stage for a historic standoff between the crown and its subjects.» Connections to the Magna Carta «Prev 1 2 3 4 5 6 Next»
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The Articles of the Barons
By 13th original, anonymous; photograph by British Library - http://www.bl.uk/collection-items/the-articles-of-the-barons, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=36848686
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