Magna Carta: The UN Charter for Human Rights (1948)

    Magna Carta: The UN Charter for Human Rights (1948)

      Wouldn't it be great if the Magna Carta were applied to all people everywhere? In case you live in a country that hasn't written a bill of rights or a constitution inspired by the Magna Carta, the UN has your back, because the Great Charter inspired their charter.

      There are some big differences—the UN Charter is firmly based in the modern world and attempting to cover a lot more ground—but it still would never have been possible if those barons hadn't gotten the ball rolling back in Runnymede. (Source)