Absolute+and+limited+Monarchies

Type a 100 word essay that explain what documents and events limited the power of kings and queens in Western Europe.

Henry II's son John wasn't an effective leader. He lost territory to the French, increased taxes, and oppressed many of his people, arresting them without trials. Because of this, many of the nobles in England who were tired of losing their power, and were worried about John's behavior, came together. Together they wrote the document named the Magna Carta. It bound the king to certain laws, while also guaranteeing the people certain rights.

After the death of King John, his son Henry III began to rule on the throne of England. He started Parliament, which expanded the council of his advisors. His other son King Edward l, expanded it even further, he began to rely on Parliament for guidance. By A.D. 1400 Parliament had been divided into to houses, the clergy and the noble.