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Period: 1154 to 1189
King Henry's Rule
His contribution to the development of constitutional monarchy was his integration of royal judges in England which formed the common law -
Period: 1199 to 1216
King John's Rule
He was a terrible military leader and a cruel king in general but this pushed his people to force him to instate what is considered the most important document in English history. This document was another step forward in the development of the constitutional monarchy. -
Jun 15, 1215
the Magna Carta
This document said that all citizens of England would have basic rights including: no taxation without representation, a jury trial, and the protection of the law. -
Period: 1272 to 1307
King Edward's Rule
King Edward I created a parliament that is known today as the Model Parliament because it was the model on which Edward's successors used to make make their own parliament. This was a huge step in the direction of a constitutional monarchy. -
1295
Parliament
King Edward I beckoned two burgesses from every borough two knights from every county along with some lords and bishops to create a parliament. This parliament acted as a kind of check and balance system that somewhat limited the kings power which is a big part of a constitutional monarchy.