Parliament of 1265

The Parliament of 1265 was a significant gathering in medieval England, convened by Simon de Montfort during a rebellion against King Henry III. It is considered one of the earliest instances of a representative assembly, including common citizens alongside nobles and clergy. This meeting marked a shift toward involving broader groups in decision-making, laying groundwork for future parliamentary systems. Although it was a temporary assembly, it influenced the development of parliamentary democracy by highlighting the importance of consulting different social classes in governance.