Scotland became part of the UK on May 1, 1707.
The union was a result of the Acts of Union 1707, passed by both the Parliament of England and the Parliament of Scotland. These acts formally united the two kingdoms into a single kingdom called Great Britain. The United Kingdom Parliament first met in October 1707.
Here's a breakdown:
- Acts of Union 1707: These were the legal documents that established the union.
- May 1, 1707: This is the date the Acts of Union came into effect, officially creating the Kingdom of Great Britain.
- Great Britain: This was the name of the new unified kingdom, comprising England and Scotland.
