King John Flashcards
1
Q
What problems did John have?
A
He had no money left for him as his brother took it all because of his fighting
A new king of France had conquered Johns Land in France. This cost money so he had to tax the Nobles, they didn’t like this
Gets into a fight with the Pope- who excommunicated England meaning more enemies
2
Q
What did he agree to sign?
A
The Magna Carta
3
Q
What is the Magna Carta?
A
Is a charter that was agreed to by King John (the unpopular King) to make peace between him and a group of rebel barons. It promised many things like the protection of Church rights.
