Is 15 June 1215 the true date of Magna Carta? Two historians debate
In 1215, King John sealed Magna Carta, a document that safeguarded basic freedoms and placed limits on the power of the crown. The event was a turning point in British constitutional history, but are we marking its anniversary on the correct date? Professors David Carpenter and George Garnett debate...
Published: June 15, 2021 at 6:02 AM
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