King Richard (Lionjheart) died in the third crusade

His brother, John Plantegenet (Lackland) became king

John was unable to defend his French territories so he raised taxes

The Barons were unhappy and rebelled against the king

They occupied London with the name 'Army of God'

They forced King John to sign the Magna Carta in Runnymead in 1215

The clauses defend the freedom and rights of the English Church, of London and other towns

It contains 63 clauses. Only 3 are still in law today

recognised and solved the conflict between King John and the barons and bishops.

People who are taxed should have some kind of representation3.People who are taxed should havesome kind of representation.

2.The right to a fair trial.

1.No-one is above the law, even the king