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When England was invaded this lead to disasterous war and expensive warfare for the country. They had to pay military cost and make up for lost time. Date unknown.
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The king collected taxes and fees from barons in order to supposrt the crown. The king also took over land of dead barons for money. This made the people unhappy that the king was taking their money to help the corwn. Date unknown
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King John is announced King following the death of his brother Richard.
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King John fights with Pope Inocent III over who should be archbishop of Canterbury. Date unknown
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The Pope excommunicated King John and banned all church services in the parish churches. Date unknown.
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The Pope becomes overlord of England. This takes away power from the Feudal society and King John himself.
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To gain support of the Pope against the barons John takes an oath to go on a Crusade.
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Pope writes a letter to the barons asking them to stop their actions against John.
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The rebels Declared war against the King which lead to many rebellions.
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Barons capture the Tower of London which strengthens their struggle with King John.
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The Magna Carta was signed and put into action