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In 1214, the barons of England united in the chapel of the Abbey of Bury St Edmunds to promise to compel King John without Land (1166-1216) to sign the Charter of Liberties at the origin of the Magna Carta
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In 1214, the barons of England united in the chapel of the Abbey of Bury St Edmunds to promise to compel King John without Land (1166-1216) to sign the Charter of Liberties at the origin of the Magna Carta
ELD4875366 In 1214, the barons of England united in the chapel of the Abbey of Bury St Edmunds to promise to compel King John without Land (1166-1216) to sign the Charter of Liberties at the origin of the Magna Carta (The oath of the English Barons to restore the liberties of the land, taken at the council called by Archbishop Stephen Langton at the abbey at Bury-St-Edmunds, 4 November 1214) Illustration from " A Chronicle-of-England" by James Doyle, 1864 Private collection; Private Collection; (add.info.: In 1214, the barons of England united in the chapel of the Abbey of Bury St Edmunds to promise to compel King John without Land (1166-1216) to sign the Charter of Liberties at the origin of the Magna Carta (The oath of the English Barons to restore the liberties of the land, taken at the council called by Archbishop Stephen Langton at the abbey at Bury-St-Edmunds, 4 November 1214) Illustration from " A Chronicle-of-England" by James Doyle, 1864 Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in English history, depicting the barons of England uniting in the chapel of the Abbey of Bury St Edmunds in 1214. In this historic gathering, the barons made a solemn promise to compel King John without Land to sign the Charter of Liberties, which would later become known as the Magna Carta.
The image showcases Archbishop Stephen Langton leading the council at Bury-St-Edmunds on November 4th, 1214, where the barons took an oath to restore and protect the liberties of their land. The tension and determination among these influential figures are palpable in this illustration from James Doyle's "A Chronicle-of-England" from 1864.
This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how ordinary individuals can come together to challenge authority and fight for justice and freedom. It symbolizes a turning point in English governance and marks an important milestone in establishing principles that continue to shape modern democratic societies.
Through this visually striking image, viewers are transported back in time to witness firsthand the courage and conviction of those who stood up against tyranny and oppression. It is a testament to the enduring legacy of those who fought for liberty and equality, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations to come.
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