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1628

Petition of Right is presented

The English Parliament asserted protections against arbitrary taxation, imprisonment, and martial law, strengthening the constitutional basis of individual liberties.

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TimelineTimeline of the History of Human Rights

Position 3

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Encyclopaedia BritannicaConfidence 90%

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