The Acts of Union 1707

The Acts of Union 1707 were laws that united the kingdoms of England and Scotland into a single political entity called Great Britain. Prior to this, England and Scotland had separate governments and laws, though they shared a monarch. The union created a combined Parliament and ensured economic and political cooperation, aiming to strengthen both nations and prevent conflict. It marked a significant step toward modern Britain, influencing its political structure, economy, and national identity.