Europe/Northern Europe
United Kingdom
London
69.3 Mio
244 376 km²
British pound
Coastal
English
Historical Events
43 - Roman Conquest of Britain
The Roman conquest of Britain began, leading to significant cultural and political changes.
1066 - Norman Conquest
The Normans conquered England, reshaping its feudal structure and monarchy.
1707 - Union of England and Scotland
The Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland united under the Treaty of Union.
1801 - Formation of the United Kingdom
The Acts of Union incorporated the Kingdom of Ireland, creating the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
1922 - Irish Free State
Most of Ireland seceded to form the Irish Free State, altering the UK structure.
1927 - Current Name Established
The Royal and Parliamentary Titles Act created the present-day United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.