IS THAT YOUR FINAL WORD ? CONSTITUTION TIMELINE
CONSTITUTION TIMELINE
SOVEREIGNTY IS THE ULTIMATE ACT OF BEING ON EARTH
Throughout History, Countries have been formed by people declaring they are so. Here is a timeline of the Nations that enacted Constitutions to control their people. And how they worked out.
1754 BC
Code of Hammurabi
The Code of Hammurabi is one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes, established by the Babylonian king Hammurabi around 1755–1750 BC. It consists of 282 laws covering various aspects of society, including family, property, and criminal justice, and is known for its principle of “an eye for an eye” regarding punishment.
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1970s
SOVEREIGN CITIZEN DEFINED
A sovereign citizen is someone who believes they are not subject to government laws or jurisdiction unless they personally consent to them. They often claim:
• They are “natural persons” or “free men” not bound by statutory law.
• Government institutions (like courts, police, and tax agencies) have no authority over them.
• Legal documents such as driver’s licenses, Social Security numbers, or vehicle registrations are illegitimate.
1600 October 8
CONSTITUTION OF SAN MARINO
The first known constitution in the world is often considered to be the Constitution of San Marino, which dates back to October 8, 1600. However, the first written national constitution is the Constitution of the United States, ratified on June 21, 1788.
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National Constitution Center
Founded in 301 AD, San Marino claims to be the oldest extant sovereign state and the oldest constitutional republic.[15] It is named after Saint Marinus, a stonemason from the Roman island of Rab (in present-day Croatia), who is supposed to have established a monastic community on Monte Titano. The country has a rare constitutional structure: the Grand and General Council, a democratically elected legislature, selects two heads of state, the Captains Regent, every six months.
1066
NORMAN CONQUEST
1066 – Norman Conquest: After William the Conqueror took the English throne, he centralized justice under royal authority. This marked the beginning of a unified legal system across England.
1215
MAGNA CARTA
Magna Carta (1215): Limited the power of the monarch and introduced the idea that the king is subject to the law. It laid the groundwork for rights like fair trial and protection from unlawful imprisonment.
1776 July 4
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDANCE
The Declaration of Independence is a historic document adopted on July 4, 1776, by the Thirteen American Colonies, declaring their independence from British rule. It outlines the colonies’ grievances against King George III and emphasizes the principles of individual rights, including “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” Wikipedia
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1787 September 17
US CONSTITUTION SIGNED
1867 March 29
BNA ACT: CANADA
🇦 The British North America Act (BNA Act) was the original name of the law passed by the British Parliament on March 29, 1867, which created the Dominion of Canada. It laid out the framework for Canada’s federal system, defining the powers of the federal and provincial governments and establishing the structure of Parliament.
1878 June 18
POSSE COMITATUS ACT
1901
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA
The Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act was signed into law on July 9, 1900, by Queen Victoria and came into effect on January 1, 1901, establishing the Commonwealth of Australia. This act united the six Australian colonies into a federation, creating a new system of government. Wikipedia
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1949 November 26
CONSTITUTION OF INDIA
The Constitution of India is the supreme legal document that outlines the framework for the country’s political system, government structure, and the rights and duties of its citizens. Adopted on November 26, 1949, and effective from January 26, 1950, it establishes India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic.
Government of India Wikipedia
1970s
Posse Comitatus and the militia movement
The movement began in the United States in the 1970s, influenced by far-right groups like Posse Comitatus and the militia movement. Over time, it spread to other countries including Canada, Australia, and the UK.
Key influences include:
• Anti-tax extremism and financial protest.
• Christian Identity and white supremacist ideologies (in some factions).
• Conspiracy theories about government overreach and secret financial systems tied to birth certificates.
1973 August 14
PAKISTAN CONSTITUTION
1982 April 17
THE CANADA ACT
In 1982, when Canada patriated its Constitution—meaning it took full control over constitutional amendments without needing British approval—the BNA Act was officially renamed the Constitution Act, 1867. This renaming was part of a broader constitutional package that included the Constitution Act, 1982, which introduced the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
