On April 1, 1707, the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland officially united to form the Kingdom of Great Britain.

This momentous event, known as the Acts of Union, marked a pivotal chapter in the long and intertwined history of these two nations.

The roots of this union can be traced back to the early 16th century, when the crowns of England and Scotland were first united under King James VI of Scotland, who also became King James I of England in 1603.

However, it was not until over a century later that the two kingdoms formally merged, driven by a complex mix of political, economic, and social factors. - https://ukfocusguide.com/blog/when-england-and-scotland-unite/?unique_id_r4nmcm2o

The Union of the Crowns: A Pivotal Moment in British History