How did the Magna Carta influence the drafting of the United States Constitution?

The Magna Carta, signed in 1215 by King John of England, is often hailed as a cornerstone in the development of constitutional law, influencing legal systems worldwide. Although originally designed to resolve disputes between the English king and his barons, its principles of limited government and protection of certain individual rights resonated across centuries. When the Founding Fathers of the United States drafted the Constitution in 1787, they drew upon these ideals to craft a governance framework that emphasized the rule of law, balanced powers, and enshrined individual liberties. This historical inquiry delves into the specific elements of the Magna Carta that were echoed in the U.S. Constitution and examines the broader ramifications of medieval English legal concepts on the evolution of modern democracies.