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Foundation of democracy or rallying cry for modern rights? One of the world’s most famous documents, Magna Carta has inspired some of today’s fundamental liberties. Yet it started as a practical solution to a political crisis 800 years ago.


Since 1215, Magna Carta has evolved from a political agreement to an
international symbol of freedom. Uncover the story of how its power has
been used – and abused – from its genesis through to today’s popular
culture, in the largest exhibition ever staged about this world-famous
document.


Explore centuries of dramatic history, from King John, medieval
battles, revolution, wars, empire and the struggle for the right to
vote, right up to today’s satirical commentaries.

- See more at:
http://www.bl.uk/events/magna-carta--law-liberty-legacy?ns_campaign=magna-carta-exhibition&ns_campaign=BritishLibrary_MagnaCarta_version1&ns_mchannel=bl_website&ns_mchannel=email&ns_source=carousel&ns_source=newsletter&ns_linkname=magna-carta-exhibition_more_link&ns_linkname=Untitled5&ns_fee=0&ns_fee=0&TMID=+#sthash.TEyvyXUm.dpuf

To
mark the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta we are holding a
once-in-a-lifetime exhibition - book now! - See more at:
http://www.bl.uk/events/magna-carta--law-liberty-legacy?ns_campaign=magna-carta-exhibition&ns_campaign=BritishLibrary_MagnaCarta_version1&ns_mchannel=bl_website&ns_mchannel=email&ns_source=carousel&ns_source=newsletter&ns_linkname=magna-carta-exhibition_more_link&ns_linkname=Untitled5&ns_fee=0&ns_fee=0&TMID=+#sthash.TEyvyXUm.dpuf

To mark the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta we are holding a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition - book now! - See more at: http://www.bl.uk/events/magna-carta--law-liberty-legacy?ns_campaign=magna-carta-exhibition&ns_campaign=BritishLibrary_MagnaCarta_version1&ns_mchannel=bl_website&ns_mchannel=email&ns_source=carousel&ns_source=newsletter&ns_linkname=magna-carta-exhibition_more_link&ns_linkname=Untitled5&ns_fee=0&ns_fee=0&TMID=+#sthash.TEyvyXUm.dpuf

To
mark the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta we are holding a
once-in-a-lifetime exhibition - book now! - See more at:
http://www.bl.uk/events/magna-carta--law-liberty-legacy?ns_campaign=magna-carta-exhibition&ns_campaign=BritishLibrary_MagnaCarta_version1&ns_mchannel=bl_website&ns_mchannel=email&ns_source=carousel&ns_source=newsletter&ns_linkname=magna-carta-exhibition_more_link&ns_linkname=Untitled5&ns_fee=0&ns_fee=0&TMID=+#sthash.TEyvyXUm.dpuf

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