A Democratic Tradition Great Britain A Democratic Tradition

Tower of London The British crown jewels are kept here Crowns worn by kings and queens Motorized walkways, bulletproof case Diamonds, rubies, sapphires History comes alive Beefeaters (guards who work at the Tower of London)

United Kingdom 59 million Constitutional Monarchy England, Scotland, Ireland (Northern), Wales… make up the United Kingdom

A Democratic Heritage Queen Elizabeth II-head of the monarchy She is a symbol of Britain’s past and its customs This country served as one of the first models of a modern democracy

Magna Carta The Great Charter It strengthened the power of the nobles and limited the power of the king

Parliament The governing body of Great Britain Decides the kinds of taxes paid by citizens Elected representatives True democracy “parler”- to talk

Democracy and Monarchy The monarchy serves as a symbol of Britain’s past Helps to unify, or bring together the British people Queen Elizabeth-Buckingham Palace Ceremony-changing of the guard Trumpets and marching

Constitutional Monarchy The power of the kings and queens is limited Laws state what they can and cannot do Laws are made by parliament, not the king or queen

World Economy Today Britain’s industrial base remains strong Exports many manufactured goods such as clothing and electronic products Not as strong as an economic power after the world wars EU (European Union)-promotes trade among members Bright Economic future