The Magna Carta was written by a group of 13th-century English barons and church leaders who rebelled against King John of England. The initial draft is often attributed to Archbishop of Canterbury, Cardinal Stephen Langton, who helped mediate between the rebellious barons and the king to reach a compromise. The document was sealed by King John on June 15, 1215, at Runnymede. It aimed to limit the king's powers and establish certain legal protections for the barons and, by extension, the free men of England.
In summary:
- The Magna Carta was created by rebellious English barons along with church leaders.
- Cardinal Stephen Langton played a key role in drafting the charter.
- It was sealed by King John under pressure at Runnymede in 1215.
