Magna Carta – Revolt of the Nobles (1959)

The film discusses the historical context of the Magna Carta, focusing on King John of England’s reign and his conflict with the barons. After a series of military defeats and growing discontent among the nobility, John was pressured to meet with the barons at Runnymede in 1215. There, he reluctantly agreed to the Magna Carta, which limited the powers of the monarchy and established the principle that even the king must abide by the law. This document is recognized as a significant milestone in the development of constitutional governance and individual rights, influencing later democratic principles.

Keywords
Magna Carta, King John, barons, Runnymede, constitutional governance, individual rights, historical context, England, 1215, legal limits on monarchy.

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