Civics1

Democracy History

  • 1754 BCE

    The Code of Hammurabi

    The Code of Hammurabi
    If one harms another, they will pay for their actions.
  • Jan 1, 1215

    King John 1: Magna Carta

    King John 1: Magna Carta
    An accused person will not be brought to justice without a honest witness. Only guilty men should be punished.
  • John Locke: Concerning Civil Gouvernment

    John Locke: Concerning Civil Gouvernment
    Naturally one cannot be ruled by any other other than his own but in society, they obey the rules because they have entrusted the authority to make the rules.
  • Declaration of the Right of Man

    Declaration of the Right of Man
    One cannot lead the nation if not born in that nation. Humans are free to do as they wish as long as it brings no harm to others or breaks the law.
  • Amendment XV to Constitution of the US

    Amendment XV to Constitution of the US
    ALL the US citizens have the right to vote non-regardless of their race.
  • U.N Universal Declaration of Human Rights

    U.N Universal Declaration of Human Rights
    Human rights apply to everyone. Teach and recognize these rights.
  • European Member States

    European Member States
    The European countries will be untied and will share their laws and values on democracy, freedom and such.
  • New Zealand: Election Act

    New Zealand: Election Act
    Women get the right to vote in New Zealand.