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1215
Creation of the Magna Carter
Stated that the king and his administration were not above the law and was intended to prevent monarch's from exploiting their power. -
Jun 15, 1215
Development of Parliament
An advisory council of barons, resembling a Parliament, began to be established and eventually grew into what it is today. -
Oct 31, 1517
Protestant Reformation
This movement revolutionized the culture and beliefs of England. It emphasized the individual and made people question the true authority of the monarch. Many people in power justified their rule by the divine right of kings theory which was no longer accepted. -
Petition of Right
Parliament sent a list of grievances to King Charles 1 and forced him to comply to their demands. Thus, they set a precedent that the monarch could be persuaded to comply to the people's demands. Also, the policies established afterwards limited the king's power in regards to taxing and the justice system. -
Execution of King Charles I
Led by Cromwell, Parliamentarians convicted King Charles I of treason and had him publicly killed. Afterwards, the monarchless country became the Commonwealth of England. -
Glorious Revolution
Made Parliament the ruling force of England and revolutionized the role of the monarchy. -
Bill of Rights
Signed into law by co-rulers William III and Mary II. It outlined the powers of the government and made Parliament more powerful than the monarchy.