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King Henry III and his Parliament, Westminster, 1258 (1864)
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King Henry III and his Parliament, Westminster, 1258 (1864)
King Henry III and his Parliament, Westminster, 1258 (1864). In 1258, a group of powerful barons led by Simon de Montfort compelled Henry (1211-1271) to accept the Provisions of Oxford. These forced the king to recognise the rights and powers of Parliament for the first time and installed a new form of government, a council, the members of which were chosen half by the crown and half by the barons
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Baron Doyle Henry Iii Henry Of Winchester James Doyle James William Edmund James William Edmund Doyle King Henry Iii King Of England Knight Montfort Parliament Plantagenet Power Power Struggle Simon De Simon De Montfort Surcoat Aristocracy Aristocrat Armour City Of Westminster Historica Graphica Collection Thirteenth Century
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This print captures a significant moment in British history - King Henry III and his Parliament at Westminster in 1258. Led by the influential Simon de Montfort, a group of powerful barons compelled the reluctant king to accept the Provisions of Oxford. This historic agreement marked a turning point as it forced Henry to acknowledge and respect the rights and powers of Parliament for the first time. The image showcases an array of medieval figures dressed in vibrant clothing, reflecting the rich colors of their era. The aristocracy is prominently represented, with knights donning impressive armor standing alongside noblemen adorned in surcoats. These individuals were instrumental in shaping England's political landscape during this turbulent period. James William Edmund Doyle, renowned for his historical illustrations, masterfully captured this scene through lithography. His attention to detail transports us back to 13th-century Westminster, where power struggles between monarchy and barons unfolded. As we gaze upon this photograph print from Heritage Images' Historica Graphica Collection, we are reminded of how pivotal moments like these shaped our modern understanding of democracy and governance. It serves as a testament to the enduring influence that events from centuries past continue to hold over our present society.
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