Turbines are commonly used to provide engine power. Airplane jet engines and nuclear-powered ships use turbines to propel themselves, and gas turbines have been used to power ships, trains, cars and tanks.
The Document and Its Legacy. Written in Latin, the Magna Carta (or Great Charter) was effectively the first written constitution in European history. Of its 63 clauses, many concerned the various property rights of barons and other powerful citizens, suggesting the limited intentions of the framers.
King John signing the Magna Carta. The Magna Carta was signed in June 1215 between the barons of Medieval England and King John. âMagna Cartaâ is Latin and means âGreat Charterâ. The Magna Carta was one of the most important documents of Medieval England.ing John signing the Magna Carta. The Magna Carta was signed in June 1215 between the barons of Medieval England and King John. âMagna Cartaâ is Latin and means âGreat Charterâ. The Magna Carta was one of the most important documents of Medieval England.