The Treaty of Edinburgh-Northampton

The Treaty of Edinburgh-Northampton, signed in 1560, was an agreement between England and Scotland that ended a long period of conflict. It recognized Scotland as an independent country, separate from England, and confirmed the rule of James VI as the Scottish king. The treaty also addressed religious issues, aiming to stabilize the region after years of religious turmoil and rebellion. Essentially, it marked the formal recognition of Scotland’s independence and set the foundation for peaceful relations between the two nations moving forward.