Magna Carta / Cig. Card
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Magna Carta / Cig. Card
King John, pressured by the barons and threatened with insurrection, reluctantly signs the great charter on the Thames island of Runnymede
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1215 Barons Carta Charter Insurrection Magna Pressured Reluctantly Runnymede Signs Threatened
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the annals of British history, King John I (1167-1216) is depicted signing the Magna Carta on the tranquil Thames island of Runnymede. The year is 1215, and the atmosphere is heavy with tension and uncertainty. King John, dressed in his regal robes and seated on a makeshift throne, appears both resolute and weary. The barons, a group of powerful nobles, stand behind him, their expressions a mix of determination and apprehension. The Magna Carta, or "Great Charter," was a groundbreaking document that established the rule of law and limited the power of the monarchy. It was a response to the growing discontent among the barons, who felt that King John's reign had become tyrannical. Faced with the threat of insurrection, John was forced to accede to their demands and sign the charter. The signing of the Magna Carta took place on the island of Runnymede, located between the towns of Windsor and Staines. The Thames, with its gentle flow and peaceful surroundings, provides a fitting backdrop to this historic event. The scene is completed by the presence of a small boat, likely used to transport the king and his entourage to the island. This image, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a captivating glimpse into a pivotal moment in British history. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of the rule of law and the importance of standing up to tyranny. The Magna Carta remains an iconic symbol of freedom and democracy, and its influence can be felt in legal systems around the world to this day.
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