Revolt of the nobles and the signing of the charter

Duration: 0:15:16

Genre: Educational | Historical

Year Published: 1959

Creator: Encyclopaedia Britannica Films

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: sound

Description: Deals with the reign of King John and the events which forced him to sign the Magna Carta and place hiself under the rule of law. Reviews the events preceding the coronation of King John. Dramatizes the loss of Normandy, the quarrel with Pope Innocent III, and the invasion of France in 1214 resulting in discontent and revolt that led to the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215. Points out the criticisms of King John and the freedoms that were granted when the charter was signed.Shows the conflict between kings and barons that resulted in the signing of the Magna Carta. The provisions of the charter and importance of the document.

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