Discovery of Original 1300 Magna Carta at Harvard Law Library

SOURCE www.npr.org
A professor of medieval history at King's College London discovered an original 1300 Magna Carta at the Harvard Law Library, which had been bought in 1946 for just $27.50. The document, deeply influential in history, influenced the U.S. Constitution and guarantees rights like due process.

Key Points

  • David Carpenter, a professor of medieval history, discovered the original document
  • The Magna Carta influenced the U.S. Constitution and guarantees rights like due process
  • Harvard had bought the document for $27.50 in 1946

Pros

  • Significant historical discovery
  • Influential document in history
  • Highlights importance of preserving and digitizing archives

Cons

  • Authenticity verification process can be complex and time-consuming