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The Acts of Union 1707: How Scotland and England Became One

In 1707, two centuries of rivalry gave way to political unification. In this episode, we explore the dramatic events leading to the Acts of Union, which merged the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland into a single state: Great Britain. Learn about the economic struggles, political maneuvering, and public backlash that surrounded the union—and the long-lasting impact it had on identity, power, and empire.

We break down why the u ...