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| When and by whom was England established? |
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| In 1016, Danish king Canute unites the Angles and Saxons (who were in tribes at the time) into a kingdom and names it "England" |
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| Who invades England and adds it to his own kingdom? |
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| William of Normandy invades England, adds it to his own kingdom and thus is known as "William the Conqueror" |
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| King of England in 1154, adds French wife's land to kingdom (Eleanor of Aquitaine)
Introduces juries and common law. |
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| Who is John and what is he known for? |
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| John, the unruly brother of Richard the Lionhearted, takes over, is a terrible ruler and is forced to sign the MAGNA CARTA. |
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| A document, signed by John of England, that guarantees basic rights. Includes:
jury trial
no taxation without representation
protection under law |
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| comes to power over territory (modern day France). Begins conquering his little french butt off. |
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| Who is Phillip II of France and what is he known for? |
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| King of France who recaptures Normandy from John and expands more. |
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| What are the Estates-General? |
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1st - Church Leaders
2nd - Lords
3rd - Commoners
They all met to make important decisions. |
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