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800 years of Magna Carta

Stefanie Pieper / Emma Wallis June 17, 2015

Many modern human rights laws and even the constitutions of many countries around the globe were inspired by the Magna Carta. The document inspired numerous people, including the founding fathers of the USA, South African freedom fighter Nelson Mandela or Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi. Stephanie Pieper in London takes us through the history of the Magna Carta, Emma Wallis presents the report.

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