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1215
Creation of the Magna Carta
King John signed the Magna Carta which proposed a limited government. Moved from the rule of man to the rule of law. The King cannot violate individual rights, taxes were also created. -
Boston Massacre
British soldiers fired into a crowd of protestors; two colonists were killed. -
Signing of the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration was signed in August, but Independence day is celebrated on July 4th, 1776 -
Signing of the U.S. Constitution
The Constitution created a government that could act on a national level without being overly powered. It also protects fundamental rights for all citizens. -
Ratification of the Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights is compromised of the first ten amendments.