It is often said that King John 'signed' the Magna Carta, but according to the modern definition of the word ‘sign’, writing one’s name or signature, technically he did not. Instead ...

The king’s failed invasion of France and the barons subsequent occupation of London in 1215 are detailed, along with John’s desperate concession to sign the Magna Carta at Runnymede.

The exhibition includes the Magna Carta, dating from 1215; the Charter of the Forest from 1217 and an amended version of the latter written in 1225. The Magna Carta, signed by King John ...