Secrets of the Magna Carta (2017 - 2017)
Documentary
Secrets of the Magna Carta tells the fascinating story of the legendary document that dates from the time of Robin Hood. It is the most highly valued piece of paper in the world, and has changed the course of history. Magna Carta is a standard against which we can judge how free we are. So how do we measure up today? This film features interviews with leading historians, judges, economists and others.
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- 2017-12-15
- Seasons
- 1 seasons
Video Providers
Season 1Episode 1
Episode 1
The document known as Magna Carta ("the Great Charter") is almost a thousand years old and is thought to possess near-mystical powers. Episode one shows its origins and connection with the legendary freedom fighter robin hood. It shows how Magna Carta was the product of bloody conflict, and how it subsequently exerted an extraordinary influence on the course of human history; enshrining rights that today, people all over the world take for granted.
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