The Magna Carta included immunity from illegal imprisonment ... according to the ancient and right customs, save in time of war. “(37) Scutage (= tax in lieu of military service) furthermore ...

The Magna Carta was designed as a peace agreement between King John and the barons. It failed to achieve this, and the two sides were at war with each other within three months of it being signed.

Magna Carta outlined the right to a fair trial and the principle that no-one was above the law Three rare Magna Cartas will go on display to celebrate the 800th anniversary of a 1225 issue.

The Magna Carta outlines several key rights for Filipino ... including those from war-torn countries.