U.S. Government 5th - Timeline Project by Aiden B.

By abeasley553
  • Jun 15, 1215

    Magna Carta

    Magna Carta
    First document to put into writing the idea that the king and his government are not above the law whatsoever. This aimed to prevent the abuse of power.
  • Period: 1250 to

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  • Amendment III

    Amendment III
    No soldier should be quartered in any house during a time of peace without the consent of the homeowner.

  • Amendment II

    Amendment II
    The right to bear arms shall not be infringed upon.

  • Amendment IV

    Amendment IV
    This amendment prevents unreasonable or unlawful searches and seizures without probable cause.

  • Amendment I

    Amendment I
    Congress cannot make laws to attack a religion, to inhibit freedom of speech, or the right to assembly

  • Amendment V

    Amendment V
    No person shall be held to answer for a capital and or otherwise infamous crime. This is unless they are on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury.

  • Amendment XI

    Amendment XI
    Limits the ability for people to sue states if they are not citizens of that given state

  • Amendment XII

    Amendment XII
    Outlines the procedures of how Presidents and Vice Presidents are elected and how states are represented.

  • Amendment XIII

  • Amendment XIV

  • Amendment XV

  • Amendment XVI

  • Amendment XVII

  • Amendment XVIII