Lincoln Cathedral View by danob
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On 15th June 1215 King John reluctantly conceded to the demands of a group of rebellious Barons in a field outside the walls of Windsor Castle called Runneymede. The King allowed his Great Seal to be attached to a document that would change the world and become a significant icon in the ongoing fight for human rights and the struggle for freedom from oppression.
The original Magna Carta or Great Charter was a document of 65 clauses or articles. The Barons had opposed the King because he had levied heavy taxes to pay for his unsuccessful wars abroad. They had considered that John's administration of justice was arbitrary and erratic and had demanded that the King issue a charter of liberties to safeguard their rights.
Four copies of the original Magna Carta survive one of which was sent to the Bishop of Lincoln. It arrived on 30th June 1215 with the destination Lincolnia inscribed on the back. It was put into the Cathedral Archives where it has been kept safe for nearly 800 years.
This image was taken from in Front of Lincoln Castle which I believe now hold the copy of the Magna Carta and you may also see the shop across the street which also takes pride in this great documant.
Comments (39)
Fred255
A very good looking place. Lincoln is a place I have never been to. Looks worth a visit.
brycek
Wonderful capture!!
MrsRatbag
Great view, and thanks for the history refresher! Well done!
lil_t
Very nice shot and information, would love to see it! Thank you for giving us this view! :)
GOLDILOCKSUK
I'd love to visit it's market at xmas. The archictecture looks superb :) Cathy xoxoxo
RodolfoCiminelli
Fantastic architecture and wonderful shot my friend......!!!!!
magnus073
And what a view it is Danny, great image my friend and wonderfully detailed write up for it.
flora-crassella
ein schöne Stadtansicht. Was für wunderbare alte Häuser....
carlx
Awesome place and medieval mood!!! Excellent capture!!!
e-brink
Hey, one of my favourite places to visit! Great shot!
virginiese
Great place to see ! I like the view !
rainbows
A wonderful shot and History Dear Danny, excellent work. Hugs. DiDi. xx
Fidelity2
Your image is very well done. 5+.
Charberry
Excellent view of history. And that part, "he had levied heavy taxes to pay for his unsuccessful wars abroad" seems to still be happening to this day. Let's all read that document again! :o)
kimariehere
WOW what a facinating and beautiful historic place outstanding village compo and setting full of charictor and charm !!!!sure loved seeing this - amazing work as always Danny!!!
Sylvia
So ~Magical~ Thanks for sharing... FABULOUS!! ^5^
dragonmuse
Would love to see this wonderful place.. and the Magna Carta.
jeroni
Very creative and very beautiful
aquablue
Well done !!!
SapUS59
fantastic capture !!
durleybeachbum
never been here, looks well worth a visit!
timtripp
marvelous image and superb presentation
kenwas
A shot that shows so much. Fine work as always!
MedTran39
Super!
StandsInAwe
Thanks for the history lesson, and great shot!
BorisB
A gorgeous scene with a nice perspective!!
tennesseecowgirl
wonderful.. LOVE the added history :)
jocko500
cool shot of this place
Blush
Would love to see this esp at Christmas:) Happy Belated Birthday sweetie I just now found out Hugs Susan~
CavalierLady
What a beautiful capture, Danny... a most impressive cathedral and gorgeous spires. Is it possible to view that original copy in the castle? I've seen one copy and it's a moment I'll never forget. Wonderful history here!