The Jurors chairs symbolising aspects of Magna Carta at Runnymede, Surrey. The 12 chairs are sculpte
The Jurors chairs symbolising aspects of Magna Carta at Runnymede, Surrey. The 12 chairs are sculpted with images displaying the concepts of law, and key moments in the struggle for freedom, rule of law and equal rights.804 years ago, Magna Carta was sealed at “Ronimed inter Windlesoram et Stanes” (Runnymede between Windsor and Staines), but the exact location is uncertain. Runnymede had been used for assemblies since ancient times, including King Alfred, who held a Witan here.Opposite the meadow, in the river Thames, there is Magna Carta island. It is possible that the charter could have been sealed here. The Charter Stone kept on the island, attests to this. Furthermore, Henry III met Louis, future king of France here in 1217. -- source link
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