Colonial Influences

  • 1215

    Magna Carta

    Magna Carta
    Government document that limited the power of the king and protected the rights of nobility. Limited government, rights, right of law, due process. Limited government, rights, rule of law, due process. (written by English Nobility)
  • Mayflower Compact

    Mayflower Compact
    Written to create own government where laws are followed by everyone and make sure the government will serve good. Self government , rule of law. (written by pilgrims)
  • English Bill of RIghts

    English Bill of RIghts
    Expanded the rights of Parliament and the people while limiting the power of the king even more. Limited government, rights, due process, rule of law. Written by Parliament
  • Cato's Letters

    Cato's Letters
    Authors using fake names published series of newspapers that argued against the kings heavy-handed rule. Freedom of expression, Rights, Rule of law. (written by English Journalist)
  • Common Sense

    Common Sense
    Founders looked for options for the future Breaking away from Britain. Independence from Britain , rights.(written by Colonial Journalist)