The beginning of Nation States

By jnae.t
  • Period: 1000 to 1492

    Beginning of Nation State

  • Developing Unified Legal System
    1154

    Developing Unified Legal System

    King Henry II was crown king. He wanted to expand the systems to make a new law. By doing this, he sent out a group of people that work for him to make the law.
  • Philip Augustus Extends french power
    1179

    Philip Augustus Extends french power

    Philip was king of France. He expanded lands and rule over them. He was known as the most powerful ruler in Europe.
  • King John Signs the Magna Carta
    1215

    King John Signs the Magna Carta

    King John was forced to sign the Magna Carta (great charter) and it did 2 important things
    1. Forced monarchs to obey the laws.
    2. Gave nobles rights,that were later extended to all free-men.
  • Louis IX, King and Saint
    1226

    Louis IX, King and Saint

    Louis was king of France. He was a religious guy that had strong beliefs in Christianity. He wanted government to be royal, so he improved it. He also sent out officials to keep tabs on the administrators. Louis also believe in justice.
  • King Edward I Summoned parliament
    1295

    King Edward I Summoned parliament

    Kind Edward I wanted to take money for his wars that happened in France. He wanted people to approve his plan on new tax.
    he also wanted to monarch to have less power.