The battle that occurred in 1215, often linked with the signing of the Magna Carta, is known as the Battle of Runnymede. However, it is important to clarify that the Magna Carta was signed during a period of conflict primarily involving King John of England and a coalition of rebel barons. The Magna Carta aimed to limit the powers of the monarchy and establish certain legal protections for the subjects. The battle and subsequent negotiations ultimately led to the charter's signing, signifying the beginning of constitutional governance in England and laying foundational principles for modern democracy and the rule of law.