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The Norman Conquest transformed the history and culture of England. Magna Carta limited the monarchs power and helped establish rights that many countries enjoy today. Over time, England developed a representative government under a limited monarchy.
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Magna Cartaa document signed by King John in 1215 that restricted the power of kings and established basic rights, such as rule of law and trial by jury common lawa body of law that has developed from custom and judges decisions habeas corpusa legal practice that prevents secret arrests and imprisonment without trial writa court order parliamentan assembly of representatives who make laws
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A Successful Invasion
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