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    of the English aristocracy. Although intended for the nobility, the document forced the king to respect certain rights of his subjects and imposed legal limits on his power.

    King John of England is
    forced to sign the Magna
    Carta by members of the
    English aristocracy.
    Although intended for the
    nobility, the document
    forced the king to respect
    certain rights of his
    subjects and imposed
    legal limits on his power.