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History Hub
Who was the real Sheriff of Nottingham?
Who was the real historical Sheriff of Nottingham in the Robin Hood legend and what role did he play in the crisis that led to Magna Carta?
History Hub
What was the Battle of Sandwich?
An introduction to the Battle of Sandwich in 1217 and the First Barons' War
Cerebellum
America's Documents Of Freedom 1215-1774 - The Magna Carta 1215
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. In this video we look at the...
60 Second Histories
The Magna Carta - part 3 - What happened after the Magna Carta was signed
Part three of the Magna Carta explains how King John tried to renege on the terms which eventually led to the First Barons War
60 Second Histories
The Magna Carta - part 2
Part two of the Magna Carta describes the basic principles of the Magna Carta, the clauses within it and how it forms the basis of our laws today.
60 Second Histories
The Magna Carta - part 1
Part one of the Magna Carta explains how William Marshal, first Earl of Pembroke, rode to Runnymede in 1215 to witness King John sign the Magna Carta and explains why the Magna Carta was needed
Curated OER
Big Ideas that Changed the World: Democracy (Part 1/5)
Democracy - "use it or lose it" is the point of view of this British narrator as he explores the history and development of this big idea that changed the world. Part one of the five-part series explores the challenges to democracy...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Magna Carta: Introduction
Learn about the significance and influence of Magna Carta on U.S. history and government in this video from the James Otis lecture series. [1:22]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Victoria, Season 1: Queen Victoria & the English Jury System
Learn about trial by jury-an underlying principle of English and American law-in this scene from the 2017 drama series Masterpiece: Victoria. The queen, who has just survived an assassination attempt, refuses to bow to fear. She insists...
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Magna Carta Part 1
Today we discuss the events leading up to the signing of the Magna Carta.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Magna Carta Part 2
We continue our discussion of the Magna Carta on today's podcast.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights in British History Pt. 7: Principles in the Magna Carta
Today we learn about three principles of the Magna Carta.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Magna Carta Part 3
Today we examine the Magna Carta and the rule of law.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Magna Carta Part 5
On the podcast today, we discuss basic rights as a principle of the Magna Carta.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Magna Carta Part 6
Today we discuss government by agreement or contract as a principle of the Magna Carta.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Magna Carta Part 7
Today we explore the Magna Carta as a source of constitutional principles.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Bill of Rights Pt. 2: Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights
The Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights were major influences when laying the foundations for the American system of government.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights in History Pt. 11: The Magna Carta
The Magna Carta changed the power arrangement in England and contained basic ideas important to American constitutional government.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights in British History Pt. 2: The British Constitution
Today we learn about the British constitution and the historical events that shaped English history and government.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights in British History Pt. 4: The Magna Carta
The Magna Carta was the first important document to describe the rights of Englishmen.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights in British History Pt. 5: Protecting the Nobility
The Magna Carta protected the feudal system and the rights of the nobility. Nevertheless, it was an important first step in the protection of the English rights.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights in British History Pt. 6: Rule of Law
Despite the fact that the Magna Carta represented only the elites, some very important principles of American constitutionalism were represented in this key British document.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: The British Constitution: Foundational Documents
Today we identify the three historical documents important in the development of the British constitution and the rights of the British people.