Magna Carta: The Magna Carta was a classic document in English history that limited the power of the monarchy and established certain rights for citizens. It influenced the idea of limited government and individual rights in the United States Constitution.
English Bill of Rights: The English Bill of Rights was another classic document that guaranteed certain freedoms and rights to English citizens. Its principles, such as protection against cruel punishment and freedom from excessive bail, influenced similar provisions in the United States Constitution.
Declaration of Independence: Although not directly influencing provisions in the United States Constitution, the Declaration of Independence is considered a classic document as it laid out fundamental principles such as natural rights, popular sovereignty, and social contract theory. It served as an inspiration for later documents including state constitutions and ultimately influenced the framing of the U.S. Constitution.